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Diploma in Pharmacy Technician Medicine Hat College Medicine Hat College, Canada

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CAD 22200

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 125 Waived

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24 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Pharmacy Technician program is a two-year (five-semester) diploma offered at the Medicine Hat campus, with intake beginning each Fall. The program is designed to prepare diverse learners to reach their full potential as registered pharmacy technicians by providing innovative, learner-centered education that is both competency- and skills-based, all within an inclusive learning environment, as well as preceptor supervised clinical experiences. In the lab, students have the opportunity to use technologies currently employed by those working in the profession, including laminar airflow hoods and Kroll® computer software.

  • Clinical experiences may require travel to other parts of the region
  • Please note that some Pharmacy Technician lab courses are located off-site within a five-minute drive of the Medicine Hat campus.


Program Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of the MHC’s Pharmacy Technician Program, students will be able to: 

  • Model a thorough understanding of the knowledge required of a pharmacy technician.
  • Apply knowledge of pharmaceutical science, pharmacy practice, and biological sciences to recognize when to consult.
  • Communicate effectively in written and spoken forms in the role of a pharmacy technician to establish caring relationships with patients and maintain collaborative professional relationships.
  • Accurately apply and execute mathematical operations, especially in the realm of pharmaceutical calculations.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills within the context of operational pharmacies.
  • Use appropriate pharmacy management software to locate, select, and document appropriate information. 
  • Display ethical and professional behavior in pharmacy practice to ensure safe, effective, and efficient product distribution.
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 7.0  Minimum Listening - 7.0  Minimum Reading - 7.0  Minimum Writing - 6.5  Minimum Speaking - 7.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School diploma or equivalent, including the following required course(s):

  • Language Arts
    • 60% in English Language Arts 30-1
    • 70% in English Language Arts 30-2
  • Mathematics
    • 60% in Mathematics 30-1
    • 60% in Mathematics 30-2
  • Biology
    •  60% in Biology 30
  • Chemistry
    • 60% in Chemistry 30 


Please note: The Pharmacy Technician Diploma program is a competitive entry program. Meeting minimum published admission averages does not guarantee admission.

7 IELTS Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

22200

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 125 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

20600 Per year

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Scholarships

We do not offer entrance scholarships and payment plans for first-year students.

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