Pharmacy Technician

Confederation College’s Pharmacy Technician program offers a comprehensive two-year education designed to prepare students for meaningful roles in the health care system. Approved by the Ontario College of Pharmacists, the program ensures graduates are eligible to pursue registration as Pharmacy Technicians in Ontario. Through a mix of theoretical instruction and practical lab work, students build a strong foundation in key areas such as pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacy calculations, dispensing practices, and aseptic compounding. The curriculum emphasizes professionalism, ethics, and communication—critical skills for ensuring safe and effective patient care.

Graduates are equipped to step confidently into various pharmacy settings, including hospitals, community pharmacies, and institutional environments. With a balance of academic learning and real-world application, the program opens doors to a wide range of employment opportunities and lays the groundwork for further specialization in pharmacy-related fields. Confederation’s hands-on approach ensures that students not only understand the science behind pharmacy but also develop the practical expertise to support patients and pharmacists as essential members of the health care team.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

What You’ll Learn

• Safely prepare and dispense medications in community and hospital settings.
• Perform accurate pharmacy calculations and apply pharmacotherapeutic knowledge.
• Practice aseptic compounding and institutional dispensing techniques.
• Communicate professionally and ethically within interprofessional health care teams.