In the wake of the pandemic, the food industry is under pressure to remain compliant and ensure quality consistency meets health and safety demands today. At the same time, general attitudes toward food are changing, with more consumers demanding transparency about what they eat and where it comes from. Many want to rest assured that their food is free of pesticides and other chemical contaminants. What does this all mean for the food quality assurance industry? Businesses must ensure that there are enough safety guidelines to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses or other issues. In the coming years, we can.. READ MORE »
December 20, 2022
If you’re looking to obtain a cannabis license, then there are a number of considerations to keep in mind as you go through the steps. Focusing on organizing your documents, staying up to date with the current requirements, and being aware of processing times are simple tips to help you prepare for licensure. On top of that, we have a number of specific tips that will help give you the best chance of license approval. At AAPS, our expert instructors of cannabis professionals provide best-in-class education and training for the cannabis industry. Whether you want to work as a sales.. READ MORE »
December 12, 2022
The field of regulatory affairs has been growing in recent years with the constant innovation and developments of the pharmaceutical industry. At the Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences, our postgraduate online diploma program provides the comprehensive background and training required to address domestic and international regulatory statutes and laws. With the opportunity for extensive growth in this field, many students quickly realize that the path to a regulatory affairs associate is for them. Continue reading to discover the value of pursuing a role in regulatory affairs after completing the AAPS diploma program. 1. Become Well-Versed in a Wide Variety of.. READ MORE »
November 29, 2022
Food product testing is an essential part of quality assurance in the food industry. It ensures that food is free of physical, chemical and biological hazards and, ultimately, that it’s safe for public consumption. By analyzing food and its content, you can check for the presence of contaminants such as metals, E. coli bacteria, salmonella, pesticides, additives, and more. Beyond verifying the safety of food products, testing also ensures that manufacturers remain compliant with regulations in the food industry. For example, nutritional labels need to be accurate, and ingredients need to be verified. The Food Technology, Safety and Quality Diploma.. READ MORE »
November 22, 2022
As more treatments arrive on the market, clinical research ensures they have been proven safe and effective for public use. Today, it’s not just the treatment that comes under scrutiny but the research process itself. Any clinical research that involves human subjects must comply with ethical standards. A big part of ethical research is getting the informed consent of participants. But many people think that informed consent is what makes clinical research ethical. In reality, informed consent is not the only mark of ethical research. Similarly, there’s a belief that informed consent simply means getting a signature. In fact, a.. READ MORE »
November 15, 2022
The pharmaceutical industry is fast-paced and constantly changing and requires a level of innovation and diligence to be successful. If this sounds like you, then you’ll love the Clinical Research, Drug Safety, and Pharmacovigilance program at AAPS. Our program offers students the opportunity to get hands-on experience with administering and monitoring clinical trials and conducting drug safety and pharmacovigilance activities. Many students go on to fill roles as pharmacovigilance officers at large companies, where they directly apply their studies to their new careers. Gaining experience with encounters you’ll likely have on the job, such as the need to learn Pharmacovigilance.. READ MORE »
November 8, 2022
The cannabis industry has been booming ever since its legalization in late 2018. The rise in research, processing, production, and distribution has skyrocketed to support an industry with growing interest and support from the public. At the Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences, we offer educational options for students to gain quality skills and expertise in the cannabis industry through our Cannabis Certificate and Diploma programs. AAPS students are able to dive deep into popular cannabis topics, including: Retail management Cannabis Licensing and Regulations Quality Assurance for Cannabis Cannabis Botany & Cultivation Cannabis Product Development The specialized skill set students gain.. READ MORE »
November 1, 2022
If you’re thinking about working in a cannabis business after training, it will be in the best interest of your business to implement tools that facilitate supply chain management. In the cannabis industry, regulatory bodies like Health Canada need supply chain information to secure the health of the market and ensure all health standards are upheld. For example, these requirements can help to prevent the movement of products between the black market and the legal market. In order to stay compliant and licensed in the cannabis industry, you’ll need to use seed-to-sale software. Choosing the right one will help you.. READ MORE »
October 25, 2022
A number of different procedures require the use of HPLC validation methods, as you’ll discover when you begin courses in pharmaceutical school. Some of these procedures include: Identification tests Testing for impurities (limit tests or quantitative tests) Assay procedures Dissolution tests Particle size determination Each of these tests uses a specific set of validation characteristics to determine if the substance is suitable for the intended use. During the High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) course at AAPS, you’ll be introduced to this popular method of compound analysis that’s used in various industries such as the pharma, cannabis, biopharma, food, chemical, environmental,.. READ MORE »
October 21, 2022
A clinical research monitor wears many hats throughout their career. They may step in as a coordinator of people and processes, an overseer of clinical research, and an expert in document review. Depending on the day, the roles may look different for a clinical research monitor, which requires these professionals to remain dynamic and flexible in their day-to-day tasks. At the Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences, students in our Clinical Research, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance Post-Graduate Diploma Program learn the essential skills required to enter the industry. Many graduates go on to play a vital role in protecting the public.. READ MORE »
October 17, 2022
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