Course Overview
The Pharmacy Assistant Program is designed to help you develop the knowledge and skills you need to work in a variety of pharmacy settings (hospital, community, retail). Learn pharmacy fundamentals, the relevant laws, communication skills, prescriptions, math skills, business management, and employment strategies. This pharmacy program reflects the current trends and practices in pharmacy assisting in Canada and uses an interprofessional, collaborative, client/customer-focused approach. Current research and best practices provide the foundation for learning.
English Language Proficiency Admission Requirements
Applicants must provide one of the following:
Proof of completing 3 years of full-time secondary school (Grades 8-12) in English in a country where English is a primary language.
Evidence of post-secondary education completed in English in a country where English is a principal language.
IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 5.5
TOEFL IBT: Overall score of 46
CLB PT: Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
CELPIP: Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
CAEL Canadian Academic English Language Assessment: Overall score of 40
Fees
Domestic Students
Tuition Fee: $1000
Application Fee: $150
Administrative Fee: $25
Textbooks Fee: $325
Materials Fee: $2400
Total Fee: $3900
International Students
Tuition Fee: $1000
Application Fee: $250
Administrative Fee: $25
Textbooks Fee: $325
Materials Fee: $2400
Total Fee: $4000
Admission Requirements
High school diploma, General Education Development (GED), or BC Dogwood Diploma.
Minimum age of 19 for applicants without a high school diploma or equivalent educational qualification.
Applicants must provide evidence of a negative tuberculin test, taken no more than six months before the date of application (or evidence of an appropriate follow-up if the test was positive).
A criminal record check clearance from the B.C. Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General’s Criminal Records Review Office.
English proficiency, either through prior education at grade 10 level or higher or by passing an English language assessment (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent). Adequate English language skills are essential for success, as the program is taught in English.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
Assist licensed pharmacists in providing medication and other health care products to patients.
Perform tasks to help prepare prescribed medications, such as counting tablets and labeling bottles.
Perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, stocking shelves, and receiving payments.
Program Duration
360 hours / 18 weeks
Career Opportunities for Pharmacy Assistant
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be equipped to work as:
Pharmacy Assistants in pharmacy settings
Delivery Method
In-class
Distance education
This program does not require approval by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post Secondary Education and Future Skills. As such, the registrar did not review this program.
