Pharmacy Assistant Program

Study at Surrey & Abbotsford Campus

In 38 Weeks*

Learn from a fully-recognized institute with a 97% graduate rate.

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Type:
Diploma

Duration:
38 Weeks FT/47.5 Weeks PT

Financial Aid:
BC Student Loan, In-House Financing

Program Fee for Domestic Students

$7,030

All inclusive, no additional charges

Average Wage/Hr

$ 0 *

Practicum

0 Hrs

Program Overview

A pharmacy assistant program is meant to give students the knowledge and abilities they'll need to be comfortable with pharmacy arithmetic, pharmacology, and billing software. In addition to learning how to use computer programs, they will also be introduced to fundamental bookkeeping and accounting principles.

In addition to learning how to use computer programs, they will also be introduced to fundamental bookkeeping and accounting principles. We offer flexible class schedules so you can select either morning, evening, or weekend class times for your program with fast track batches for certain cohorts.

Employment Rate

0 %

Program Details

Program Duration

Full time: 760 hours /38 weeks
Part time: 760 hours / 47.5 weeks

Admission Requirements

The applicant must be a mature student (19 years or older) or Grade 12.
Grade 10 Math or equivalent.
Must also successfully pass the English Language Assessment Test given by the College.
International Students will also need to have an IELTS Score of 5.5 bands or more OR pass the English Language Assessment Test given by the College.

Course Outline

Course Number	Name of Course	Hours
PA 01	Customer Service and Communication	20
PA 02	Computer Applications and Keyboarding	80
PA 03	Introduction to Bookkeeping and Accounting	60
PA 04	Medical Terminology	80
PA 05	Pharmacology	80
PA 06	Pharmacy Billing	80
PA 07	Pharmacy Math	80
PA 08	Fundamentals of Pharmacy Practice	80
PA 09	Aseptic Techniques	80
PA 10	Practicum	120
	Total	760 hours

Financial Assistance

Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.

BC Student Loan
In-house Financing
Student Line of Credit
Scholarships
Bursaries and Government grants available while studying and after graduation too.

Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.

Job Opportunities

Graduates of the program can work as Pharmacy Assistants in:

Community pharmacies
Hospitals
Pharmacy distribution companies
Independent pharmacies

Wages

Earn up to $27.30 per hour
All wages taken from the Canada Job Bank

Get Funding From Student Aid BC at 0%
for the entire tuition fee*

Student Testimonials

The classroom structure is very clear and the teachers really care about helping their students. All the staff and receptionists are exceedingly nice to me. Thank you so much!

- Helen Alex Murray

Student