Pharmacy Assistant

Eastern College’s Pharmacy Assistant program prepares students for a rewarding career supporting patient care in retail pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare settings. The program provides comprehensive training in prescription intake, pharmacy software, compounding techniques, inventory management, and third-party billing. Students also develop skills in handling confidential records and collaborating effectively within healthcare teams, ensuring they are ready to contribute confidently from day one.

Through hands-on learning in simulated pharmacy environments, guided instruction, and a field placement, students gain practical experience in retail pharmacy practice, pharmacology, pharmacy law and ethics, and pharmacy mathematics. Additional training in Microsoft Office, digital literacy, CPR, First Aid, and WHMIS supports workplace readiness. Graduates leave the program equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel as pharmacy assistants and make a meaningful impact in patient care.

A 6-week internship option is available.

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent or meets criteria for Mature Student Status.

What You’ll Learn

• Prescription intake, pharmacy software, compounding techniques, and inventory management.
• Pharmacy law, ethics, pharmacology, and retail pharmacy practices.
• Handling confidential records, third-party billing, and effective healthcare team collaboration.
• Workplace readiness skills, including Microsoft Office, digital literacy, CPR, First Aid, and WHMIS.