Monday, October 26, 2026 – Friday, November 20, 2026
This course will provide an introduction to the ethical framework that guides professional chemists in the conduct of their duties. The course still focuses on solving practical issues that arise in professional practice.
This course is a mandatory requirement for ACPA P.Chem members.
Requirements
- Registration in the course with your professional chemist’s association
- Access to a computer with a video camera, audio headset, and reliable and fast internet
- Access to a Moodle and a Zoom account (both free with course registration)
- A valid email address
- Active participation in on-line discussions and Zoom sessions is mandatory to pass the course
To allow maximum discussion and understanding of ethical management, attendance is strictly limited to 20 registrants. It is offered at a cost of $275 (+GST) and includes an exam and certificate.
Completion of the course is an asset to enhance your professional credentials, for those considering management activities in the workplace, and for your firm to have someone holding the certification.
Timeline
Registration Deadline: October 23, 2026
Module 1 Opens: October 26, 2026
Module 2 Opens: October 30, 2026
Module 3 Opens: November 6, 2026
Module 4 Opens: November 13, 2026, 9 AM Zoom session
Module 5 Opens: November 13, 2026
Module 6 Opens: November 20, 2026, 9 AM Zoom session
Module 7 Opens: November 20, 2026
Mandatory Zoom sessions are on Friday, November 13 and Friday, November 20 from 9 AM until noon.
All other sessions are asynchronous.
Registration Cost: $275 + GST
The course consists of 7 modules:
Module 1: Introduction
Introduction to Professional Ethics for Chemists
Learning Objectives
Course Outline and Instructions
Module 2: Professions and Professionalism
Section 1 – The Professional Chemist
Section 2 – Competence and Scope of Practice
Review Video
Discussion Forum
Quiz
Module 3: Professional Conduct and Ethics
Section 3 – Your Professional Behaviour
Section 4 – The Criticality of Trust
Section 5 – Integrity and Value Systems
Section 6 – Managing Conflicts
Review Video
Discussion Forum
Quiz
Module 4: First On-line Group Session
Group discussions of the material covered in Modules 2 and 3
Module 5: Resolving Moral Dilemmas
Section 7 – Making Decisions
Review Video
Discussion Forum
Module 6: Second On-line Group Session
Group discussion of the material covered in Module 5
Case studies
Module 7: Final Test
A case study analysis
Candidates that pass the exam will receive an Ethics certificate.