Pharmacy technicians are important members of the interprofessional health care team, working with pharmacists, interacting with a range of other health care professionals, and engaging directly with patients. Pharmacy technicians work in a variety of environments, including hospitals, community pharmacies, and long-term care pharmacies. If you are interested in health care, and have an aptitude for science, problem solving and organization, and a desire to assist patients who require a range of pharmacy services, the Pharmacy Technician program may be a perfect fit for you. This two-year Ontario College Diploma is designed to meet the entry-to-practice competency requirements of the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA). As a graduate, you will be eligible to pursue registration as a pharmacy technician with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP), according to its licensing requirements, complete the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) exam, Practice Assessment of Competence at Entry (PACE), and OCP Jurisprudence Exam.
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School of Health and Life Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
CAD$15,026.00 (US$ 10,800)
per year
Administrative fee - $200.00
Start date
September 2026
Venue
Kitchener - Doon Campus
299 Doon Valley Drive,
Kitchener,
Ontario,
N2G 4M4, Central Canada, Canada
Entry requirements
For international students
OSSD or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status.Grade 12 English (C or U), OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1251)Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U), or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Biology (SCIE1010)Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry (C or U), or equivalent, Conestoga College preparatory Chemistry (SCIE1030)Grade 12 Math, (C or U) Conestoga College Preparatory Mathematics (MATH1420)
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.