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APF Level 3 Diploma in Perfumes
An advanced level qualification for professionals working in the perfume industry and for perfume enthusiasts.
For individuals seeking to develop deeper into the world of perfumes, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of chemical compounds used for perfume making. Upon completion you will be able to blend perfumes accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain perfume style and quality. Upon successful completion you will receive a APF diploma and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated APF certified logo.
What you'll learn
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Fragrance selection of chemical isolate
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Using synthetic compounds to imitate natural fragrance and comparing pros and cons
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Routes to material sourcing, Constraints and Cost Optimization
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Interpreting and Utilizing GC-MS Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Reports
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Learn to read thousands of perfume ingredients
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Appreciate the works of Asian perfume brands and perfumers
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Asian original perfume brands and European niche boutique perfumes
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Analysis of perfume formula
Course Delivery
This qualification has a minimum requirement of twelve hours of study time, in a classroom or online, with a APF course provider.
Available to study in these countries/regions:
ASIA
(English, 普通话, Cantonese)
(English, 普通话)
(English, 普通话)
(English, 日本語)
(English, 普通话)
ASEAN
(English, Filipino)
(English, Tiếng Việt)
(English, Bahasa Indonesian)
OCEANIA
(English)
(English)
(English)
If you are interested in becoming approved to offer APF programmes, please contact us at apf@asiaperfumefoundation.com.
Assessment
There is a report to be submitted after the completion of class, assessed on the understanding level about perfume isolates, perfume formulas, perfumers' works and asian perfumes.
On successful completion of the examination you will receive a APF diploma and lapel pin.
Entry Requirements
It is recommended that you hold the APF Level 2 Award in Perfumes or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge.
Requirements may vary by course provider.
Qualifiers for APF Diploma in Perfumes Level 3 Worldwide
(in time of Qualification)
LE NHU
BUI THI THU VAN (CECIL BUI)
NGUYEN THI LO
TRAN HO GIA HAN
DO DIEU THANH
TRAN THI HA
THAI NGUYEN LAN CHAU
DOAN PHAM BAO LAM
HUYNH QUANG NHAT
MOMOI SUPE
CHRISTINA CHAN
CHEUNG YUEN TING
MICHAEL WONG
CHAN CHEUK YIN
CHUI WAI SZE
Kensuke Shingaki
*Qualifiers including Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Japan, Phillippines, Vietnam and Australia as of March 19, 2026.