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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

— Criminal Record Check (CRC) from the BC Ministry
of Justice

— 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

— Immunizations for health care workers as
established by the BC Ministry of Health prior to
starting practicum

— WHMIS, Basic First Aid and CPR (C) completed
prior to starting lab courses

— Official transcripts from high school and all post-
secondary institutions attended (mailed directly
from the Ministry of Education and educational
institutions)

— Official Transcripts, Equivalence Reports, and
English Proficiency Test results for internationally
educated applicants

— Two Personal Reference Forms completed and
submitted directly to the Admission Office (found
in application package)

ADVANCED CREDIT

— Application for advanced credit must be made
prior to starting the program; applications are
approved from the Registrar in consultation with
program instructors.

Careers

Pharmacy Technicians assist in a variety of technical
tasks. Qualifications desired are:

— strong organization and communication skills
— respect and confidentiality of patient information

— computer literacy/proficiency in pharmacy
software programs

Duties may include:

— compounding pharmaceuticals

— sterile product preparation (hospital)
— preparing medication for dispensing
— third party billing

— purchasing, merchandising, inventory control and
records maintenance

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As a member of the healthcare team, qualified
graduates find employment in hospitals, clinics

and retail pharmacies. New and expanding
opportunities are becoming available for careers
with insurance companies, pharmacy software
vendors, pharmaceutical manufacturing and clinical
research. As healthcare organizations restructure

to decrease healthcare costs, it is anticipated that a
well-trained Pharmacy Technician will have increased
opportunities for employment.

When considering the Pharmacy Technician program,
you may wish to do some research regarding
traditional and non-traditional career opportunities.
This could involve visiting your local hospital

and retail pharmacies to talk to pharmacists and
pharmacy technicians about the requirements and
expectations this career choice can have for you.

Program Courses

PTEC 101 - INTRODUCTION TO THE
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
AND ONLINE LEARNING FOR SUCCESS

This course introduces students to the Pharmacy
Technician Program structure and how to navigate
the online learning management system (Moodle).

An overview of the curriculum, teaching learning
approaches and strategies for success are discussed.
Students are introduced to the steps required to
become a Registered Pharmacy Technician in Canada.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Pharmacy Technician
Program

PTEC 102 - ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY
AND MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

An introduction to medical language, and the anatomy
and physiology of the human body using a body
system approach. Students will learn to describe
normal functioning of body systems and begin to
explore the pathophysiology of common diseases

and medical conditions that will be covered in
Pharmacology I and Pharmacology II.

Prerequisites: PTEC 101
Corequisites: PTEC 111

PTEC 103 - INTRODUCTION TO
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

Introduces students to the profession and scope

of practice for pharmacy technicians. Federal and
provincial laws, regulations and standards that
govern pharmacy practice in the Canadian Health
Care System are examined. Foundations of ethical
and professional practice are introduced and leveled
in subsequent courses.

Prerequisites: PTEC 101, PTEC 102, PTEC 111
Corequisites: PTEC 117

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
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PTEC 111 - INTERPERSONAL
COMMUNICATIONS IN PHARMACY

focuses on self-awareness and effective
interpersonal communication skills required of
professionals working on the health care team and
as an online learner. Students learn how to actively
listen and respond, account for differences that
may influence understanding and engagement in
conversation, and strategies to support personal
wellness and professional boundaries.

Prerequisites: PTEC 101
Corequisites: PTEC 102

PTEC 117 - FUNDAMENTALS OF
PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION

An introduction to pharmacy language, drug dosage
forms, routes of administration, and techniques and
procedures required to implement safe and efficient
drug distribution. Students explore drug distribution
systems and the path of a prescription / drug order
for release of product. Students access resources to
support evidence-informed decision-making. Factors
that contribute to errors in product distribution are
examined and actions to prevent occurrence are
discussed.

Prerequisites: PTEC 101, PTEC 102, and PTEC 111
Corequisites: PTEC 103

PTEC 122 - PHARMACY CALCULATIONS

Pharmacy Calculations covers the mathematical
skills required in the practice of pharmacy. Students
examine measurement systems, decimals, fractions,
and ratio and proportion concepts. The metric system,
in keeping with health care standards in Canada,

is a main focus of the course. The interpretation

of numerals, symbols and Latin abbreviations

used in the pharmacy is a focus within all course
assignments and exams. Exploration of dilution

and concentration, percentage strength, and
compounding calculations prepare students for
hands on lab classes in dispensing, compounding
and sterile product preparation. Emphasis is placed
on completing all calculations with 10096 accuracy
in preparation for application and testing in the lab
classes and practicum.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Semester 1
courses in PTEC. Corequisites: PTEC 126 and PTEC 123

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