Eastern College (Halifax Campus)

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Pharmacy Technician

Eastern College (Halifax Campus)

Faculty:Faculty of Healthcare
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Course Based:Yes
Length:60 Week(s)
Careers:Pharmacy Technicians

Description:

Eastern College provides a comprehensive, learner-centered, training program for Pharmacy Technicians in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Graduates of the program will walk away with in-depth knowledge of the role and the skill set required to work within this dynamic profession with its expanding scope of practice. Pharmacy technicians function as valued members of the health care team; they develop professional relationships with patients and their caregivers, work collaboratively with other health care providers, prepare, dispense and compound medications, manage inventory, perform administrative tasks and assist in the provision of pharmaceutical care. They work primarily in retail, hospital, long-term care facilities.

The pharmacy technician profession is regulated in some provinces, and our program adheres to standards set by Canadian Council for the Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs, helping to ensure that our graduates get the education necessary to meet the entry to practice competency requirements developed by regulators for pharmacy technicians across Canada.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Grade 12 or equivalent, with Grade 11 or 12 Science (at least one Chemistry and one Biology), Grade 11 or 12 Math, and English and/or French.
    A complete standardized health form and program of immunization may be required.
    A Clear Conduct Certificate.
    Language proficiency requirement as per the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on August 18, 2016