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

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)

 Retail Pharmacies  Health Insurance Companies  Pharmaceutical manufacturing Companies  Third Party Billing Centers  Drug Wholesalers  Pharmacy Supply Companies