Pharmacy Assistant

Our dynamic and practical Pharmacy Assistant program is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed in modern pharmacies. As pharmacies become increasingly central to community health, especially with an aging population, the role of the pharmacy assistant becomes more critical. This program offers comprehensive training, broad theoretical knowledge and practical skills like preparing prescriptions, managing inventory and customer service. You will learn to be an effective team member, providing critical support to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. As a student, you will: master the math required for accurate medication dispensing learn about pharmacotherapy, which is the understanding of medication uses and effects learn to handle prescriptions and patient orders efficiently acquire administrative skills crucial for pharmacy operations get hands-on experience in preparing custom medication mixtures develop strategies to maintain optimal stock levels enhance your ability to interact with customers and healthcare professionals. You will apply your learning in a real-world pharmacy setting during your practicum. By the end of this program, you will be prepared to step into a pharmacy assistant role, providing vital support to ensure the health and well-being of the community. Whether you want to start a new career or advance in the healthcare sector, this program offers the foundation to succeed.