What does "notarised in Canada" mean on an NTT certificate?
Notarised means a notary public has witnessed or certified the document, which confirms that it was genuinely issued by the institute. APTTI's certificates are notarised in Canada, where APTTI is registered. Notarisation confirms authenticity; it does not make a course government-approved or a licence in any country.
What this means in practice
Notarisation is useful when documents are checked abroad, because it adds an independent verification step. Some countries also require attestation or an apostille for employment documents, which is a separate process.
Notarisation vs attestation vs apostille
- Notarisation: a notary certifies the document or signature
- Attestation: authorities (and sometimes an embassy) confirm a document for use abroad
- Apostille: a standard certificate under the Hague Convention that replaces embassy legalisation between member countries
Do you need more than notarisation?
For private employment, often not. For work visas in the Gulf, employers usually ask for attested degree certificates; ask whether they need anything for training certificates.
Verifying a certificate
Employers who want to confirm a certificate can contact APTTI directly using the contact details on the official website. Give them permission and your enrolment details to make this quick.
What to do next
- Ask your employer what document checks they need.
- Keep the original certificate safe.
- Plan attestation time if required.
What to keep in mind
Rules for attestation and apostille vary by country and change. Check official guidance.
Common follow-up questions
Is notarisation the same as accreditation?
No. It confirms authenticity, not approval of the course.
Can APTTI certificates be apostilled?
Ask admissions; procedures depend on the issuing country and destination.
Sources
Course facts come from APTTI's published course pages. Examples use made-up names. How these answers are prepared.