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PHARMACY ASSISTANT

The objective of this program is to equip students with the competencies, theoretical and practical skills necessary to gain employment in the pharmacy environment. Student will develop interpersonal skills as well as a strong sense of responsibility for this client-centered field. Specific topics covered in this program will be:

Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

Human Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology

Medical Terminology

Interpersonal Skills, Communications, Problem solving & Client services

Pharmacology & Pharmaceutical Fundamentals

Pharmaceutical Law & Ethics

Pharmaceutical Calculations

Compounding

Keyboarding

Pharmacy Management Software

Retail Pharmacy Practice

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Equivalent, plus 1 senior Math, English and Science subject. 2. Mature students status - 18 years of age or older and pass a pre-entry evaluation Note - All foreign credentials must be translated into English and compared for Grade 12 equivalency by a recognized organization (i.e. WES)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Retail Pharmacies

Health Insurance Companies

Pharmaceutical manufacturing Companies

Third Party Billing Centers

Drug Wholesalers

Pharmacy Supply Companies

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