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Pharmacy Assistant

  • Credential: Diploma
  • Type: Post Secondary Program
  • Study Options: Online | In-person | Blended
  • Intake: Available
  • Duration: 34 weeks
    • Total Hours: 680
    • Theory Hours: 480
    • Practicum Hours: 200
  • Expected Salary: $38,400 ~ $51,850
Pharmacy Assistant working in Calgary Alberta. Pharmacy Assistant Course.

Standard Admission

  • Optimum age requirement is 18 years or older.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, or
  • High School Diploma equivalent from other provinces in Canada, or
  • Translated diploma/transcripts of high school and/or other levels of postsecondary education completed, or
  • High school diploma and transcripts will be verified after your submission.
  • Visit English Proficiency for more details.
  • Successful entrance interview with Bay River College Administration.

 

Mature Admission

  • Minimum age requirement of 18 years or older.
  • Have been out of school for two years.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, or
  • High School Diploma equivalent will be from other provinces in Canada, or
  • Successful completion of the Bay River College Admission Test (Wonderlic Test). Wonderlic (Placement testing) minimum score of 310 on verbal skills.
  • High school diploma and transcripts will be verified after your submission.
  • Visit English Proficiency for more details.
  • Successful entrance interview with Bay River College Administration.

 

International students

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Canadian Students

 

International Students

  • Scholarships are available (based on programs)
  • Flexible fees
  • Boarding and accommodation guidance
  • Financial guidance
  • Contact our placement staff for specific details according to your country

Canada's official job site reports that this profession is in high demand and the industry is in constant need of workers.

Graduates of this course are qualified to work in hospitals, retail pharmacies, industrial pharmaceutical labs, online pharmacies, and wholesalers.

Expected salary: $38,400 ~ $51,850 | Average salary: $24.26 per hour | Canada

Practicum support: Our placement team will help you with resume building and cover letter, as well as practicum and job placement.

Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program

Bay River College’s 34 weeks Pharmacy Assistant Diploma program covers the diverse topics required to successfully work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, including basic pharmacology, drug and medical terminology and pharmaceutical best practices. Students also learn fundamental concepts in medical ethics and personal safety. This Pharmacy Assistant course prepares students for a challenging and rewarding career assisting licensed pharmacists in the day-to-day operations of a pharmacy. Our online courses not only enable students to learn pharmacy assistant training skills and knowledge but also offer valuable practicum experiences, allowing our students to enhance their abilities through hands-on practice.

Pharmacy Assistance Training

Students acquire the necessary skills to fill orders, manage client information, prepare and process paperwork, and break down prescriptions. In addition, students receive hands-on training with leading pharmaceutical management software. Students of this Pharmacy Assistant course will also learn how to effectively manage inventory and handle a variety of crucial administrative tasks.

Practicum Skills

Pharmacy Assistant diploma program students complete their education with 200 hours of practicum experience.

Benefits of this Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program

  • Practicum placements offer invaluable real-world experience.
  • Study at your home with our online learning system.
  • Gain proficiency in industry-standard skills and also technologies.
  • The demand for healthcare professionals is exceptionally high.
  • Work alongside pharmacists, pharmacologists and also pharmacy technicians.

Gaining Professional Skills

Therefore, the Pharmacy Assistant course is designed to equip you with essential skills. These skills include fulfilling customer orders, managing customer information, organizing and maintaining documentation, and analyzing prescriptions. Additionally, the course covers proficiency in pharmaceutical management software, basic pharmacology, medical and drug terminology, and best practices in pharmaceutical procedures. You will also learn how to efficiently manage inventory, handle important administrative tasks, and develop an understanding of medical ethics.

Learning Outcome

Successful students will gain these skills:

  • Orthopedic technology
  • Rehabilitation
  • Optical/ophthalmic laboratory
  • Pharmacy support
  • Sterile process
  • Blood donor assistance
  • Morgue assistance And more!

Learning Pharmacy Assistant

This Pharmacy Assistant diploma program is ideal for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career within the pharmaceutical field. In addition, they wish to play a vital supportive role in pharmacy settings. Furthermore, this program is also suitable for those who possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Abilities and Skills

Students who desire to contribute effectively to patient care by assisting pharmacists in tasks such as medication dispensing, inventory management, customer service, and administrative duties. Learning pharmacy assistant skills also help pharmacy assistants as professionals to enhance their career prospects. In fact, Graduates will start their career at the front line of a medical environment.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete the Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program can anticipate a wide range of job prospects in the healthcare sector. These opportunities encompass various roles across retail pharmacies, healthcare establishments and industrial pharmacies. This also includes pharmaceutical labs, clinics, online pharmacies, pharmaceutical wholesalers, and even government departments related to pharmaceuticals.

  • Hospital Pharmacies
  • Community Pharmacies
  • Retail Pharmacies
  • and more…

Who can apply for this course?

Whether starting a new career path or seeking to enhance existing healthcare knowledge, the program is well-suited for individuals aiming to acquire the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel as essential members of a pharmacy team. In addition, individuals who wish to support health services and provide support to health care professionals should consider this leading program for their successful career in Canada and abroad.

Why study at Bay River College?

Our Pharmacy Assistant training program graduates have numerous career options within the healthcare industry, including positions at retail pharmacies, health care facilities and also industrial pharmacies. In addition, this includes pharmaceutical laboratories, clinics, mail-order/online pharmacies, pharmaceutical wholesalers and government departments as well. Altogether careers in this field are very respectable.

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