The Clinical Research, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance Certificates are designed to develop specialized knowledge and skills required to; write study protocols, monitor and manage clinical trials, and to conduct drug safety and pharmacovigilance activities. This hands-on training approach includes drafting adverse reaction reports and preparing periodic safety update reports.
These courses are focused on the global healthcare system as well as the Canadian healthcare system, Canadian regulatory agencies, health care legislation, international guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOP). Using practical and current real cases, AAPS integrates a unique approach and provides students with the foundation and practical knowledge to formulate a sound clinical development plan; ensure clinical trial data is credible and accurate; and that the rights, integrity and confidentiality of trial subjects are protected.
A well-trained and knowledgeable Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance professional plays a vital role in protecting the study participant and the general population for marketed drugs and in helping to reduce the time between drug development and marketing approval.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Clinical Research, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance Post-Graduate Diploma Program can pursue careers in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnological, Medical devices, Cosmetics, Natural health Products, and allied industries.
AAPS graduates have been hired as:
Clinical Research Coordinator
Pharmacovigilance Data Management Associate
Clinical Research Associate
Pharmacovigilance Associate
Clinical Data Management Associate
Clinical Research Monitor
Medical Information Associate
Pharmacovigilance Officer
Quality Control in Clinical Research
Quality Assurance in Clinical Research
Quality Assurance in Pharmacovigilance
Auditor in Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance
Graduates will receive an Online Post-Graduate Diploma on Clinical Research, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance. This program is approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005. The Ontario Career Colleges Branch is part of the Ministry of Colleges and Universities and the Superintendent of Ontario Career Colleges is an appointed position by the Minister of Colleges and Universities.
AAPS Graduates will also qualify for Certified Clinical Research Professional – CCRP Certification awarded by Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA).