About the course

RDP has been educating Pharmacy Technicians since 1976 and graduates are highly sought after by employers. This diploma program is delivered over five academic terms. Program outcomes are designed to enable successful transition to the role of the Pharmacy Technician, assisting students to- Communicate effectively and respectfully to build positive relationships through verbal, nonverbal, written and technological means with patients, co-workers and other health care providers.Practice in a legal, ethical and professional manner demonstrating conduct that meets expectations of members of society and the profession.Accurately manage and perform technical and distributive tasks expected of a pharmacy technician.Build collaborative relationships within the pharmacy and health care teams to optimize patient safety and meet patient health care needs and improve health outcomes.Perform job related tasks in a safe and effective manner that ensures quality and patient safety while using professional judgment as to which tasks can be performed independently or in collaboration with a pharmacist.Maintain, enhance and share knowledge, skills and attitude through self-reflective practice, use of available learning resources, networking and self-directed learning to continue to be a lifelong learner. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Red Deer
Winter (January), 2024	Red Deer
Spring (May), 2024	Red Deer
Summer (July), 2024	Red Deer
Fall (September), 2024	Red Deer
Summer (July), 2025	Red Deer
Fall (September), 2025	Red Deer
Summer (July), 2026	Red Deer

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Red Deer Polytechnic

Submit your official documents to RDC by the document deadlines per the chart at the top of the page. Documents should include: Secondary school transcripts, Post-secondary school transcripts. IELTS - 6.5 with at least 6.0 on each band score. TOEFL (overall score) - 91 iBT

　　577 PBT.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Red Deer Polytechnic. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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