Course Information

This new virtual Ethics course will retain much of the material and the interactive elements that our members valued in the previous one-day course. The 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.

The new 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. 
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 Canvas 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 $250 (including 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.

Suggested Reading

Jeffrey Kovac, The Ethical Chemist: Professionalism and Ethics in Science, Pearson Education Inc. 2004. Available for purchase at the ACPA office while quantities last, $20 CAD (GST not included). Please email us at [email protected] to inquire about availability or to place an order.

Timeline

Registration Deadline: September 21,2022
Module 1 Opens: September 26, 2022
Module 2 Opens: September 30, 2022
Module 3 Opens: October 7, 2022
Module 4 Opens: October 14, 2022 9 AM
Module 5 Opens: October 14, 2022 noon
Module 6 Opens: October 21, 2022 9 AM
Module 7 Opens: October 21, 2022 noon
 
Zoom sessions are on Friday, October 14 and Friday, October 21 from 9 AM until noon.
All other sessions are asynchronous.

Registration Information

Cost:  $250 ($238.10 before GST)


If you are not an ACPA member, you can create an account to access the Member Registration link above. If you have questions, contact the ACPA office at [email protected].