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Employee Appreciation

Here at AAPS, we understand the importance of ensuring our students receive the best education possible. Students join us to build a strong foundation that will enable them to pursue their professional dreams and goals. The training they receive at AAPS changes their lives for the better, allowing them to recognize their potential and expand on their achievements. None of this would be possible without the tremendous efforts made by our wonderful staff. It is their enthusiasm, encouragement and commitment to hard work that makes AAPS so special. We would like to thank them for the fantastic work they do everyday. Thank.. READ MORE »

August 21, 2015

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A Quick Guide to Food Safety for Weak Immune Systems

Many people suffer from weak immune systems. While for some this may be a result of an organ or bone marrow transplant, others may have weak immune systems due to a chronic illness like HIV or AIDS. There are also individuals who are simply born with weak immune systems and will need to form careful habits early on in their lives in order to ensure they do not become prone to dangerous diseases. When a person’s immune system doesn’t work at full capacity, their body has a difficult time fighting harmful bacteria and they run a higher risk of getting.. READ MORE »

August 18, 2015

Free Workshop: Social Media and Job Search Strategies

  The online footprints you leave can make or break your job search. AAPS invites you to hear Greg George of Monster.ca speak on the importance of social media in your job search. Social Media and Job Search: A Personal Branding Workshop Date: September 9, 2015 at 10:00 am Where: AAPS – 200 Consumers, North York, ON M2J 4R4 The experts from Monster.ca will teach you: – How to optimize your resume and social media presence to increase your chances of getting an interview. – How to thinking strategically, position yourself to get ahead and stay ahead of the competition… READ MORE »

August 14, 2015

Dean Bighash to Speak at Power Networking Event

Power Networking Event Date: August 27, 2015 Time: 6:15 pm to 8:00 pm Location: Committee Room 3, The North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M2N 6K8 We are thrilled to announce that AAPS’ Dean of Scientific Affairs, Laleh Bighash, has been asked to speak at CAMP’s Power Networking Event on Thursday, August 27, 2015. Her talk, titled “Successful Job Search Strategies for a Head Start in Canada,” offers attendees the opportunity to learn effective strategies that will help jump start their career in the Canadian work environment. Sharing what she has learned from her experience as a newcomer,.. READ MORE »

August 12, 2015

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What is HPLC and How Does it Work?

With HPLC training, you can take your pharmaceutical career to new heights by exploring opportunities in a range of fields, including in medical device manufacturing, healthcare and clinical research – among many other possible options. If you are planning to enroll in HPLC courses, or you have recently started your program, read on to learn more about HPLC and how it works. What is HPLC? HPLC, or High Performance Liquid Chromatography, is one of the most common techniques used for separating and purifying organic and inorganic compounds in order to analyze them. Professionals in HPLC careers know that different compounds.. READ MORE »

August 11, 2015

ECG and Phlebotomy Training at AAPS

Demand for individuals with ECG and Phlebotomy training is quickly growing. We are happy to announce that come this fall, AAPS will be offering ECG and Phlebotomy training in the months of September and October. What is ECG? What is ECG? ECG stands for electrocardiogram. An ECG technician performs certain diagnostic tests to access the heart rhythm and rate. They utilize ECG machines to acquire a patient’s heart rate. Students will learn how to operate an electrocardiogram machine for diagnosing heart related conditions. What is Phlebotomy? What is Phlebotomy? A phlebotomy technician’s role is to perform venipuncture and draw blood from a patient.  They.. READ MORE »

August 6, 2015

AAPS HPLC School

AAPS Presents: HPLC School

AAPS has created a new training program designed to equip students with a fundamental understanding of High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) techniques in only two weeks. This program, called HPLC School, launches on September 21, 2015 till October 2, 2015 and has been structured to provide students with real-world, tangible knowledge on a variety of HPLC related topics. Instructed by Jason Chu, participants will learn the nature of HPLC techniques encountered in everyday laboratory work. From operating modern HPLC equipment, to calibrating and preparing HPLC systems, this thorough training is practical for employment in a number of industries. “This program.. READ MORE »

August 4, 2015

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Preparing for a Regulatory Affairs Job Interview

A career in Regulatory affairs involves doing research and other work that directly impacts the lives of others. If you choose to pursue this career path, you’ll be involved in the research and development of pharmaceuticals, natural products, cosmetics and supplements. On any given day, you’ll be in charge of compiling safety information about a product, negotiating with authorities who control licencing, overseeing clinical trials, and much more. If you are planning to pursue regulatory affairs courses, or have already begun your program, read on to find out what steps you can take to prepare for a job interview once.. READ MORE »

August 4, 2015

Medical Marijuana Conference

Hear AAPS’ Dean of Scientific Affairs Speak at the Canadian Medical Marihuana Conference

On October 1st 2015, AAPS invites you to hear Dean of Scientific Affairs, Laleh Bighash, speak at the in Vancouver, British Columbia. Her presentation “How to Effectively Respond to Health Canada’s Request for More Information” will focus on how to appropriately respond to Health Canada’s “Request for More Information” letters, minimizing the costly delay of the approval process.  She will address common questions received, recent changes to MMPR regulations and will cover her experience working with Health Canada in the current approval process. The conference will cover a range of topics related to the medical marihuana industry from legal and regulatory.. READ MORE »

July 29, 2015

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How Safe are Sports Supplements?

Sports supplements have become such a common sight that it’s hard to imagine them as potentially harmful. We pass by nutritional supplement stores while shopping at the mall, we see advertisements on TV, and they’re openly available on the internet from seemingly trustworthy websites like BodyBuilding.com. The truth is that although supplements are packaged professionally and may be sponsored by a famous celebrity, they usually haven’t received FDA approval. While FDA approval isn’t mandatory to market a sports supplement, all manufacturers must comply with FDA guidelines for accurate marketing and labelling. Because supplement regulation is such a grey area, some.. READ MORE »

July 28, 2015

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