Pharmacy Assistant

Looking for a role in healthcare where patient care and customer service converge? As a Pharmacy Assistant, you’ll encounter new challenges daily, providing ample opportunities for growth and learning. Your role in supporting pharmacists and ensuring the pharmacy’s seamless operation makes this career immensely rewarding for those dedicated to healthcare and helping others.

Credential: Diploma Program
Course Code: PHA
Model: Instructor-Led
Delivery Format: Hybrid and In-Class
Program Length: 44 Weeks
Externship: 240 Hours
Tuition: $12,255

100% Employer Satisfaction*

*2021 Key Performance Indicator (KPI) survey results produced by the Ontario Government (Ministry of Colleges and Universities and Forum Research). Percentage shown reflects the average employer satisfaction across all Medix College of Healthcare programs and campuses.

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About the Pharmacy Assistant Program
Medix College’s Pharmacy Assistant Program (PA) prepares students for a meaningful career in the Pharmacy industry. Become equipped with the knowledge and technical skills to start your career as a Pharmacy Assistant working alongside registered pharmacists.

This program covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, prescription calculations and compounding solutions, hospital practices and legislations, and so much more. Here at Medix, we prioritize handson learning and training. Our industrystandard labs offer you the opportunity to put what you’ve learned to the test and hone your skills to perfection.

The program also includes placement opportunities where you can gain realworld experience, network, and practice what you’ve learned.

Learn More About The Pharmacy Assistant Program at Medix College

Career Outlook

As the healthcare industry continues to expand and the population ages, there will be an increased need for pharmacy services and support staff. The growing emphasis on accessible healthcare and medication management contributes to the demand for qualified Pharmacy Assistants. With opportunities available in various healthcare settings, including retail pharmacies, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, individuals entering this profession can anticipate stable employment prospects and potential for career advancement.

Delivery Formats

Inperson Classroom
Traditional instructor led classes.

Inperson Practical Labs
Simulating real-world experiential situations.

Online Flexible Learning
Independent online learning
activities.

Hands-On Bootcamp
Simulating real world experiences in a practical lab setting.

Externship
A placement with an employer.

*Delivery formats listed above may vary depending on program

Areas Of Employment

After successfully completing the program, graduates of Medix College’s Pharmacy Assistant program have found employment in positions such as:

Retail Pharmacies • Hospitals
• Long term & Home Care Facilities • Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
• Community Pharmacies • Public Health Service Clinics

Our Community Partners

We’re proud to work with these amazing organizations that support students through externship, experiential learning, and employment opportunities.

Our Affiliations, Accreditations & Licensing

Medix College is registered by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities as a Career College under the Ontario Career Colleges Act 2005, and is a member of the National Association of Career Colleges and Career Colleges Ontario.

Financial Options

Medix College provides many financial options to help you pursue your education. Financial Assistance may be available for those who qualify. Scan the QR code below or call the campus nearest to you to setup a personalized meeting to discuss your financial plan. Options available include but are not limited to:
• OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program): Loans and/or grants to qualified students
• Monthly Payment Plans (interest free), Full Payment (discount available)
• RESPs/RRSPs, Student Line of Credit (from your financial institution of choice)
• Third Party Funding (Employer Sponsor, WSIB, Private Funding etc.)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

  • Grade 12 Ontario Secondary School
  • Diploma or Mature Student Status
  • Successful completion of entrance
    evaluation
  • English Proficiency
  • Admissions Interview
  • Criminal Reference Check: Vulnerable
    Sector Screening (clear or have pardon
    prior to starting class)
  • Medical Form that includes up to date
    immunizations and vaccinations signed
    by a physician (including COVID19)

TUITION:

Tuition Fee: $10,710
Lab Fees: $1,085
Books: $370
Uniform: $90
TOTAL TUITION: $12,255

LOCATIONS:

TORONTO (416) 630-­8021
#300-700 Lawrence Ave. W., M6A 3B4

BRAMPTON (905) 487­-1163
17 Bramalea Road, L6T 2W7

SCARBOROUGH (416) 701­-1201
520 Ellesmere Road, M1R 0B1

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