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Regulatory Affairs - Sciences (Full - Time)

Description

OVERVIEW
 
Pursue a career in protecting the safety of people and the environment.
 
The Regulatory Affairs - Sciences Ontario College Graduate Certificate program provides you with the skills and knowledge to pursue an entry-level career in industry and government regulatory agencies in Canada.
 
The regulation of products in industries such as healthcare, biotechnology, food, industrial chemical and agrochemical is of international concern. The resulting increase in regulation has driven the demand for qualified individuals in regulatory affairs.
 
With a focus on protecting the safety of people and the environment, professionals in this field have a positive impact on the public good.
 
Understand the regulatory environment in Canada, including the socioeconomic aspects of:
  • regulations across industries
  • how to interpret and apply regulations
  • how to develop and manage regulatory submissions.
Learn project management and communications skills, and assess regulatory compliance and the frameworks that govern processes and products.
Graduates of this program have a strong understanding of regulation generally but develop a detailed understanding of regulation for protecting public, worker and environmental health and safety in the areas of:
  • pharmaceuticals and medical devices
  • agrochemicals
  • industrial chemicals, including in manufacturing and consumer products
You may also find employment in positions such as a/an:
  • quality assurance specialist
  • administrator in various regulated industries
  • analyst
  • associate
  • consultant
  • regulatory compliance officer
 
SUCCESS FACTORS
 
This program is well-suited for students who:
  • Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Are adept at analytical and critical thinking, and are detail-oriented.
  • Are inquisitive and able to analyze, evaluate and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.
  • Effectively conduct research and analyze findings.
  • Possess effective leadership skills.
  • Have a strong interest in protecting the safety of people and the environment.
 
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
  • Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent. 
  • Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES). 
  • IELTS - International English Language Testing Service-Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of Reading: 6.0; Listening: 6.0; Speaking: 6.0; Writing: 6.5, OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 90, with the minimum in each component: Reading: 22; Listening: 22; Speaking: 22; Writing: 24; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 120, minimums of 120 in Literacy and no score lower than 105.

Applications for this full-time program must be submitted on Ontario Colleges. If you are interested in the part-time delivery of the program, please refer to the part-time program page for course by course registration. The courses take place entirely online and do not require you to come to campus. Without a set class time you can complete your assignments when it’s most convenient for you while following the course deadlines.

 
The on-campus delivery of this program has gone through significant changes for the 24/25 academic year.  NOTE: The AC Online delivery of this program will adopt these changes only as of the next 25/26 academic year.  If you are currently pursuing this AC Online program delivery, it is strongly advised that you complete all required courses no later than the 2025 Spring semester (end of August 2025).  If you have concerns with your progression and require assistance, you can contact your Program Support Officer (if you are a part-time student) or your Student Advisor (if you are a full-time student) at https://www.algonquincollege.com/academic-success/ac-online/.
 
 
COURSES:
 
Level: 01
MGT4501    Project Management   
RGL2000    Governance and Policy Instruments   
RGL2100    Regulation Theory    
RGL2200    Regulation Design    
SCI4003     Scientific Communication for Public Policy   
SCI4100     Science and Risk Assessment in Regulation    

Level: 02
QUA3000    Critical Data Analysis in Regulation    
RGL3000    Socioeconomics of Regulation Design    
RGL3100    Regulatory Processes    
RGL3200    Pre-Market Regulatory Submission    
RGL3300    Submission Evaluation and Post-Market Analysis
 
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.  

Overview

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  • Institution: Algonquin College
  • Program type: Certificat post-diplôme
  • Language: English
  • Program Code: 1523X09FAO
  • Delivery Method: Entièrement en ligne/à distance

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Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.