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The Pharmacy Technician Diploma is delivered using a blend of online theory courses, in-person lab classes, and practicum hours in both hospital and community. The program consists of three theory semesters, one lab semester, and ten weeks of practicum. The program prepares graduates for employment as pharmacy technicians in a variety of settings including community, hospital and residential pharmacies. You will have the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet the entry-level competencies defined by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA).

Pharmacy Technician Diploma

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(Minimum grade)
1. High school graduation or equivalent
2. English 12 (60%) or equivalent
3. English Language Proficiency
    One of:
        - Graduation from a high school in Canada with three consecutive first language English courses/ credits
        - Language proficiency test results that meet the NAPRA Language Proficiency Requirements for 
          Licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in Canada
        - Undergraduate degree from a university in Canada whose instruction was provided in English

4. One of:
    - Foundations of Math 12 (60%) or equivalent
    - Pre-Calculus 11 (60%) or equivalent

5. Biology 12 (60%) or equivalent 
6. Chemistry 11 (60%) or equivalent

Academic Admission Requirement


1. Criminal Record Check from the Ministry of Justice
2. Applicant information questionnaire (found in application package)
3. Basic computer skills (i.e. - be able to use the internet, word processing, file management and email)
4. Two personal reference forms submitted directly to the Admission Office

Additional Academic Admission Requirement


1. To participate in lab courses and practicum (i.e. - practical work experience), you must have completed:

Immunizations for health care workers as established by the BC Ministry of Health
Workplace Hazardous Information Materials Systems (WHMIS) 
Basic First Aid
CPR Level C 

2. Forms and information about application process are available in the application package. 

3. Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Early application is recommended.

Admission Advice

Applications may be submitted up to 12 months before the program start date, in September. Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Early application is recommended.

International students are advised to apply well in advance to allow for appropriate time for Study Permit processing. 

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