Offered through Selkirk College

Northern Lights College (NLC) and Selkirk College have a pathway that allows you to complete the Pharmacy Technician Diploma program without leaving the Northeast

How to Apply

Apply to Selkirk College for the program, and advise Selkirk you want to attend the lab and practicum portion at NLC.

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Overview

Pharmacy technicians work collaboratively with pharmacists and members of the health care team in the promotion of wellness, disease prevention and the management of chronic diseases. Pharmacy technicians are responsible and accountable for ensuring accuracy in product preparation and release.

Entry Requirements

BC high school graduation or equivalent with 60% or higher in the following:

  • Anatomy and Physiology 12
  • English Studies 12
  • Chemistry 11
  • Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 12

English language proficiency: Applicants are required to submit documentation of one of the following as evidence of language proficiency:

  • Graduation from a high school in Canada with three consecutive first language English courses/credits
  • Language proficiency test results that meet the NAPRA Language Proficiency Requirement for licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in Canada
  • An undergraduate degree from a university in Canada whose instruction was provided in English

Additional Requirements

  • Criminal record check (CRC) from the BC Ministry of Justice, or province of residence.
  • College Readiness Tool (CRT) Assessment
  • Applicant information questionnaire (found in application package)
  • Current computer skills, including knowledge/skill in navigating the internet, word processing, file management and email. Applicants are encouraged to complete the Computer Skills Self-Assessment.
  • Official transcripts from high school and all post-secondary institutions attended (sent directly from the Ministry of Education and educational institutions)
  • Official transcripts, equivalence reports and English proficiency test results for internationally educated applicants
  • HHS Participation Agreement

Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Early application is recommended.

Accreditation

This program is fully accredited by the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs.

When you finish the program, you can start the process to become a certified pharmacy technician with the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada and get registered with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia.