Pharmacy Assistant Program

George Brown’s Pharmacy Assistant Program is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to work in various pharmacy settings, including hospitals, community pharmacies, and retail environments. The program covers pharmacy fundamentals, relevant legislation, effective communication, prescription handling, pharmaceutical math, business operations, and job-readiness strategies. It reflects current trends and practices in pharmacy assisting across Canada and emphasizes an interprofessional, collaborative, and client-focused approach grounded in current research and best practices.

Upon fulfilling all program requirements, students may request a certificate of completion. Graduates may also choose to pursue further education by bridging into a pharmacy technician program.

To complete the Pharmacy Assistant Program, students must successfully finish six core courses: Pharmacy Foundations and Law, Business for Pharmacy Assistants, Communication for Pharmacy Assistants, Math for Pharmacy Assistants, Pharmacy Prescriptions, and Career-building Strategies for Pharmacy Assistants.

Admission Requirements

• Students will have the most success in this course with a diploma/degree or other training in a health-related field.

What You’ll Learn

• Understand pharmacy fundamentals and relevant Canadian laws and regulations.
• Develop effective communication skills for interacting with clients, pharmacists, and healthcare teams.
• Learn how to read, process, and manage prescriptions accurately.
• Strengthen math skills essential for pharmaceutical calculations and dosage preparation.
• Gain knowledge of business operations in pharmacy settings, including inventory and customer service.
• Prepare for employment with career-building strategies and workplace readiness training.