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Pharmacy Assistant

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Program Overview

This program is designed to prepare the student with the skills and knowledge that they will require to become a pharmacy assistant. Students will become familiar with pharmacology, pharmacy math, and pharmacy billing software. They will be introduced to the basic bookkeeping and accounting principles, and will be able to understand computer applications and keyboarding.

Contact our admissions team today or request information on upcoming program start dates.

Get ready to work in hospital & community pharmacies as a Pharmacy Assistant. PTIB accredited program with smaller class sizes. Offered Part time and Full time. Become familiar with pharmacology, pharmacy math, and pharmacy billing software.

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Program Information Package

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

Program 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.

Program Duration

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

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

Fee Structure

#	PARTICULARS	FEE	REMARKS
1	Tuition Fee	$6080	Domestic Students
2	Registration Fee	$250
3	Text Books	$700
Total		$7030
1	Tuition Fee	$8740	International Students
2	Registration Fee	$250
3	Text Books	$700
Total		$9690

This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

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

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

Why Study at Western Community College

Installment-based, low tuition fee.
100% Practicum Placement
Weekday, weekend, and evening classes optionally available
Part-time or full-time class schedule
Free CLB preparation classes * Conditions Apply
Graduate employment rate: 97%

Admissions Contact Information

Mon – Sunday 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

Surrey Campus

+1 (604) 594-3500
info@westerncommunitycollege.ca

Abbotsford Campus

+1 (604) 776-1301
abbyinfo@westerncommunitycollege.ca

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