PAC Certificate Program

A flexible program for you – Also available in French

The 4-module, 12 day certificate program can be taken either:

Overview:

The PAC Certificate Program, offered in both English and French, is the only one of its kind for packaging professionals recognized across the industry and features:

There is a cost benefit to registering for the Certificate Program. However, it is possible to register for individual modules. Admissions are subject to availability.

The Packaging Certificate Program is offered throughout the academic year with each 3 day module of coursework equating to 3 credits.To graduate from the Packaging Certificate Program requires 12 credits earned from taking modules 1, 2, 3 & 4 of the Education Program.

The PAC Tradition of Education

For over 40 years PAC has set the standard of excellence for professional development in the field of packaging with the most comprehensive and innovative, hands-on education experience available.

Since 1980 alone, more than 2,000 packaging experts have been awarded the PAC Packaging Certificate. Join this elite network of alumni and include yourself in the "who's who" of the Canadian packaging industry.

Module 1

September 21, 22 & 23, 2010

Graphic & Package Design, Colour Perception, Digital Printing, Printing Prepress, Product Bar Codes, Food Safety, Food Preservation, HACCP, Labels and Perspectives on Packaging

Module 2

October 19, 20 & 21, 2010

Polymer Chemistry, Packaging Polymers, Sheet & Film Extrusion, Flexible Packaging, Injection Molding, Blow Molding, Bottle Design and Bio Plastics


Module 3

November 9, 10 & 11, 2010

Paper, Paperboard, Folding Cartons, Metal, Glass, Introduction to Sustainable Packaging and Environmental Issues

Module 4

November 30, December 1 & 2, 2010

Corrugated, Distribution Packaging, Compression Strength, Packaging Machinery, Packaging & the Law, Quality Management Systems and Planning a Production Line


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By professionals for professionals

Course modules are developed and led by renowned packaging industry experts:

Lectures and course material are constantly reviewed and updated in keeping with the times. To date, over 100 industry experts have contributed to the Certificate Program many of whom act as in-class resources providing valuable insight into their respective fields.

PAC packaging programs are enriched through the participation and contribution of industry professionals and the leadership of Derek Whitney.
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Certificate Program Alumni

These companies are home to some of PAC's elite Packaging Certificate Program alumni.

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