Get the Skills to be Pharmacy Assistant
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Type:
Diploma
Duration:
32 Weeks
Internship:
6 Weeks
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Start your journey towards a new career today by requesting program details.
About Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program
Pharmacy assistants work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist assisting them with the tasks required to keep the pharmacy or related department running smoothly and efficiently.
Open the door to an impactful career in healthcare with our 32-week Pharmacy Assistant diploma program at Eastern College. Here, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of critical areas, including pharmacy compounding, medication preparation and dispensing, pharmacy laws and ethics, and inventory management. Whether on campus in Halifax or through online, instructor-led sessions in New Brunswick—supported by campus locations in Moncton, Fredericton, and Saint John—this program is tailored to fit your learning needs and prepare you for success in the pharmacy field.
Engage in a dynamic learning environment enriched by real-world pharmacy simulations and a 6-week field placement that immerses you in hands-on experience. This combination of classroom knowledge and practical application will allow you to build a professional network and gain the confidence to step into your career with readiness.
Career Opportunities
As a Pharmacy Assistant, you’ll work as part of a health care team to ensure that consumers receive the best possible pharmaceutical care. Graduates of the Eastern Pharmacy Assistant program may work for Pharmacists in retail pharmacies, home healthcare divisions/companies, insurance companies, institutional settings and pharmaceutical distribution wholesalers / manufacturers.
Employers Who Have Hired Eastern Grads
Costco Pharmacy | Shoppers Drug Mart | Pharmachoice | Jean Coutu Pharmacy | Walmart Pharmacy | Medicine Shoppe
Financial Assistance
Finding yourself in a position where College is unaffordable is more common than most of us realize.
Fortunately, Canada's provincial and federal governments are very focused on making education accessible
to virtually everyone; even students that are new to Canada. Regardless of your situation: didn't finish
high school, are having (or had) financial difficulties, or you are a new arrival to Canada, we will
find best financial solution for you!
Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with options to make best education investment in yourself,
both realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best.
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What Our Students Say About Us
Explore the heartfelt testimonials from our satisfied students
I recently started classes in Moncton at Eastern College and so far I am 100% satisfied with the College overall. The instructors are really understanding and very good at what they do professionally.
I love this school! I’d recommend it to anyone. Love the hours. Love the staff! And best of all, there’s small classes to make for better learning experience with more one on one teacher time if needed.
I attended Criminology at Eastern College Moncton Campus. I haven’t ever had a better experience. I previously went to other colleges and couldn’t find what I was looking for and didn’t like the teaching very much
Our Locations
Choose the location that’s closest to you! There’s even an online option for a flexible learning experience.
Fredericton
Campus
Located close to many eateries, a local mall, and beautiful park
850 Prospect Street
Fredericton,
NB, E3B 9M5
Saint John
Campus
Come visit our massage clinic and take advantage of the services
212 McAllister Drive,
Unit 123 Saint John,
NB, E2J 2S7
Moncton
Campus
Located within a spacious facility and near to downtown Moncton
1070 St. George
Boulevard, 2nd floor
Suite 200 Moncton,
NB, E1E 4K7
Halifax
Campus
Close to the downtown core and easily accessible!
6940 Mumford Road,
Suite 111 Halifax,
NS, B3L 0B7