Pharmacy Technicians are a critical part of the health care team. They work closely with Pharmacists and ensure that the highest standards of quality and accuracy are met in the compounding and dispensing of prescription medications. Their scope of practice includes receiving and transcribing verbal prescriptions, transferring prescriptions, and performing final checks.
Stenberg’s Pharmacy Technician program is designed to prepare students for Pharmacy Technician positions in community or hospital pharmacies. Hands-on skills are developed in the lab setting and clinical competencies are mastered at affiliated clinical partner sites (hospitals and community pharmacies). It’s Stenberg College’s mission to offer an exceptional career-oriented Pharmacy Technician Program with a goal to prepare graduates who:
Demonstrate the knowledge base, skills, and attitudes consistent with industry expectations for entry-level employment. Graduates will be able to meet competency requirements set out by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA).
Successfully complete the regulated licensing exams and Structured Practical Training (SPT) required to become a Regulated Pharmacy Technician and qualify for registration with the College of Pharmacists in their province within 12 months of program completion.
Our program is designed with a vision to educate potential students about the career of a Regulated Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) within Canada in an accurate and transparent manner. Through this program, we want to make Pharmacy Technician training accessible to qualified applicants who prefer an in-class learning experience and graduate job-ready entry-to-practice Pharmacy Technicians who are recognized as a vital part of the health care team.
Admission Requirements
High School Diploma (if GED, must be 19 years or older and take Math and English Stenberg College Challenge exams)
English 12 (minimum grade C) or equivalent**
Biology 12 or an acceptable Human Anatomy and Physiology Course (minimum grade C) or equivalent*
Math 11 (Principles or Foundations) or Applications of Math 12 (minimum grade C) or equivalent*
Grade 11 Chemistry (minimum Grade C) or equivalent*
Completion of Stenberg College’s Admission entrance informational interview
Typing speed of 35 net words per minute
The physical and mental ability to work as a Pharmacy Technician. Applicants must have acceptable levels of manual dexterity, hand strength and the ability to work while standing and walking for long periods. Severe latex allergies may be a problem.
*Entrance requirements can be met with evidence of alternate assessments such as Challenge Exams, or acceptable standardized English equivalency tests as per the Stenberg College Language Proficiency chart. Evidence of Post-Secondary studies at an equivalent level where English was the first language is acceptable.
** English Language Proficiency Requirements met through standardized tests as defined by NAPRA for Non-Native English Speakers
Prior to going on practicum, students must submit a proof of good health completed by a physician, immunity status, flu vaccination, and an acceptable criminal record review.
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