College Certificate – Pharmacy Assistant

The Pharmacy Assistant certificate program equips students with essential practical skills and broad theoretical knowledge to support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in modern community and clinical settings.

• Core Curriculum: Covers pharmaceutical math for accurate medication dispensing, pharmacotherapy (uses and effects of medications), prescription handling, custom medication compounding, administrative operations, inventory management, and professional customer service.

• Practical Experience: Includes a hands-on practicum in real-world pharmacy settings to apply classroom learning prior to entering the workforce.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $46,133/yr (Range: $34K – $68K) | 3,178 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $50,273/yr (Range: $35K – $76K) | 466 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Academic Background:

• Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

• Minimum GPA: 60.0%

Language Requirements:

• Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

• Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Eligibility: This program is eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Final approval rests solely with the IRCC based on fields in long-term shortage or meeting new requirements.

General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.