Pharmacy Assistant

• Lessons: 25
• Duration: 40 hours

This program trains students for pharmacy assistant positions in community and institutional pharmacies, local drugstores, hospitals, and long-term care facilities.
It covers essential areas such as pharmacy laws, ethics, communication, prescription processing, medical terminology, and basic pharmacology.
The program is delivered in 4 modules with a total duration of 40 hours.

Pharmacy assistants play an important role in supporting pharmacists by preparing prescriptions, entering patient information, managing supplies, assisting customers, and following regulatory standards.
This program ensures graduates are prepared to work confidently in retail, hospital, or long-term care environments based on Canadian pharmacy practices.

Program Objectives

After completing this program, students will be able to:

• Understand the Pharmacy System: Gain a clear understanding of how pharmacies operate in Canada, including healthcare regulations and standards.
• Follow Laws and Ethics: Learn the legal and ethical responsibilities related to controlled substances, patient confidentiality, and safe pharmacy operations.
• Assist with Prescriptions: Accurately enter, manage, and process prescriptions using pharmacy software under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Communicate Effectively: Use appropriate communication skills and medical terminology when interacting with patients, pharmacists, and healthcare teams.
• Maintain Professionalism: Demonstrate professionalism through respect, confidentiality, accurate documentation, and compliance with pharmacy standards.
• Understand Medications: Learn the basics of drug classifications, uses, side effects, and interactions to support safe patient care.
• Prepare for Employment: Build strong job-readiness skills, including resume writing, interview preparation, and understanding pharmacy career pathways.
• Work in Various Settings: Be prepared to work in retail pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care homes, and specialized pharmacy environments across Canada.

Job Titles Include:

• Pharmacy Assistant
• Pharmacy Aide
• Pharmaceutical Customer Service Representative
• Front Store Assistant

Evaluation Criteria-

Final Test (100%): A written quiz focused on theory topics.