Once all required documents are submitted and complete, applications are typically processed within 2–3 business days.
If financial aid is involved, processing timelines may be longer and can vary depending on the province, funding authority, and availability of required documentation.
Educational credentials must be submitted in English or French.
If your documents are issued in another language, official translations and credential evaluations must be provided in English.
For post-graduate diploma programs, AAPS College accepts degrees from Canada and the United States, as well as international degrees evaluated by recognized credential assessment organizations, such as WES, ICAS, PEBC, and other approved agencies.
If you are unsure whether your evaluation meets requirements, please contact our admissions team at admissions@aaps.ca for guidance.
The application process is straightforward and guided by our admissions team. It typically includes submitting an application, required academic documents, and any program-specific requirements. Once reviewed, eligible applicants will be contacted regarding next steps, including registration and payment details.
For a detailed overview of each step, please visit our Registration Process page
No. A degree is only required for post-graduate diploma programs and select micro-credential certificate programs.
Most diploma and certificate programs do not require a degree and are open to applicants who meet the specific program eligibility criteria.
Domestic applicants: $100 CAD
International applicants: $500 CAD
Please note that the application fee is credited toward your tuition upon successful enrollment.
Start dates vary depending on the program and delivery format.
To view available intakes and select a start date, please visit our Schedules page.
We recommend choosing the program that best aligns with your career goals, background, and interests.
If you would like personalized guidance, our admissions team is happy to help. Contact admissions@aaps.ca to schedule a meeting with one of our program advisors.
AAPS College offers flexible program delivery formats, including on-campus, online self-study (asynchronous), live virtual (synchronous), and hybrid options. Each format is designed to accommodate different learning styles, schedules, and professional commitments.
If you’re unsure which delivery option is the best fit for you, we encourage you to contact admissions@aaps.ca to connect with a program advisor for personalized guidance.
If self-funding, you’ll be responsible for tuition fees, and you will have the option to choose from multiple AAPS Payment Plans based on your requirements. For more information contact us at info@aaps.ca
No, financial aid is available for full-time program loads, subject to eligibility criteria.
OSAP typically takes 48 hours to process applications upon receiving the required documentation for your file.
When applying for OSAP, you must provide proof of your financial earnings to assess eligibility for financial aid. All income is verified with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) if it is earned in Canada and income taxes are filed. If yours or your spouse’s income is from abroad, you must submit proof such as income tax documents, employment letters, or pay stubs.
The instructors are industry-experienced in a supportive learning environment. Field-related internships give students real-world experience. Students also receive ongoing job search assistance and career services from AAPS.
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Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Graduate
Taking the AAPS Cannabis Management, Quality & Laboratory course was the one of the best decisions for my career. They are all extremely knowledgeable in their field, with real life experiences to share.
Orenda Von Gernet
Cannabis – Management, Quality and Laboratory Graduate
I enrolled in the QA/QC program and midway through the program I successfully landed a 6-month internship at Teva Pharmaceuticals. Upon completing my program part-time, I got a full-time position with PerkinElmer.
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Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Quality Control Graduate
I am very happy that I chose AAPS as my next academic endeavor after graduating University. The course was very useful in teaching me the things that I will need to know when entering the Cannabis industry.
Zachary Petkov
Cannabis – Management, Quality and Laboratory Graduate
Coming to AAPS to pursue my PG Diploma in CRDSP has been one of the best career decisions. I’ve received my offer letter to join as Project Management Associate at Axiom real-time metrics solutions, On.
Remya Pushparajan Subha
Clinical Research Graduate
The food safety and quality program at AAPS provided me with the knowledge required for the Canadian food industry. As a newcomer to Canada, I really appreciated the welcoming vibe the college offered.
Dania Hariri
Food, Technology, Safety and Quality Graduate
I was newcomer in Canada from Nepal. I enrolled in PG Diploma in Pharmaceutical QC/QA/RA course which i think was the best. After 3 weeks of hard work into co-op days, I was offered a full-time job.
Yushma Shakya
Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Quality Control Graduate
I am excited to share my employment news. I am now working as Quality Assurance Manager and I couldn’t have done it without your help and encouragement. I want to specifically thank all the AAPS instructors.
Abolfazl Darashti
Food, Technology, Safety and Quality Graduate
Thank you to everyone at AAPS for helping me in my postgraduate training. I am now really excited to be working at the McKesson Corporation (Fortune Top 500 Company) as a Health Services Case Manager.
Amjad Atrash
Clinical Research Graduate
I am happy to share that I have received a job as a Clinical Research Recruiter at BioPharma Services Inc. It was a hard and persistent job but I couldn’t have done it without the AAPS support.
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Clinical Research Graduate
