What you’ll learn:

  • Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology
  • Orientation to Pharmacy Practices
  • Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms
  • Pharmacy Calculations
  • Pharmacy Software Applications
  • Clinic Development and Inventory Management
  • Community Pharmacy Dispensing
  • Hospital Pharmacy Proceedures
  • Jurisprudence
  • Critical Thinking and the Pharmacy Technician's Role 
  • Fundamentals of Pharmacology I
  • Fundamentals of Pharmacology II
  • Placement Practicum
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Spreadsheets for Business
  • Electronic Communication
  • Business Documentation I
  • Career Strategies

Length of program: 12 months

Program Overview:

With the steady growth in health services and as the Canadian population continues to age, the need for Pharmacy Technicians is great. This full Westervelt program is taught by Pharmacy professionals and divided into three components: classroom lectures for theoretical knowledge, labs where you’ll practice your skills in our fully-equipped Pharmacy Lab, and field placements, where you will receive valuable training and experience.

 Career Opportunities:

Places: retail pharmacies (either independently owned or part of a drugstore chain) • grocery stores • department stores • mass retailers • mail order and internet pharmacies • clinics • pharmaceutical retailers • federal government • hospitals