About the course

Obtain a prescription to the world of pharmacy practice with simulated pharmacy lab experiences and work placements.

　　Program Highlights

　　Hands-on learning, with a professional focus throughout the program.

　　Outcomes of the program meet the Entry to Practice Competencies for Pharmacy Technicians, set out by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA). The program has been awarded accreditation for a five year period (2018-2023) by the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP).

　　Work in various intraprofessional and interprofessional teams to enhance learning and appreciation of our health care system.

　　What you'll learn

　　Acquire knowledge and skills in the delivery of pharmacy services in both community and hospital practices.

　　Understand legislation and methodology surrounding dispensing prescriptions, preparation and distribution of pharmaceuticals, and drug inventory controls

　　Learn the many uses and classes of available prescription and nonprescription drugs, medical devices, herbals and complementary care medicine products.

　　Apply various compounding techniques in the preparation of sterile and non-sterile pharmaceuticals. 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: CA$30,692

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Hamilton
Fall (September), 2025	Hamilton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology

TOEFL ibt minimum score of 91 ( Writing - 25 , Speaking - 25, Listening - 21 , Reading - 22 )

　　or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.5 ( Writing - 6 , Speaking - 6 Listening - 6, Reading - 6 )

　　To be excused from this requirement, applicants must provide proof of:

　　Graduation from a high school in Canada, with at least three years (no less) consecutive full time instruction in English

　　OR

　　An undergraduate degree form a university in Canada, whose instruction was provided in English

　　OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:

　　Grade 12 English, C or U level

　　Grade 11 Mathematics, minimum C level (M or U level recommended)

　　Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry

　　Grade 11 or 12 Biology

　　Fluency requirements must be met for applicants where English is their second language.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 91.0

　　

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 Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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