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documentation of one of the following as evidence of language proficiency:

— Language proficiency test results that meet the NARPRA Language Proficiency Requirements for Licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in Canada; or

— Graduation from a high school in Canada with three consecutive, first language English courses/ credits; or

— Anundergraduate degree from a university in Canada, whose instruction was provided in English

Current basic computer skills: Windows, word processing and Internet abilities' College Readiness Tool (CRT) must be completed prior to starting the program. For more information regarding the CRT, please see http://selkirk.ca/services.crt

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Criminal Record Check by BC Ministry of Justice. The criminal record search will be available, on request, to any hospital, clinic, or community pharmacy receiving students for Preceptorship. Certain criminal records may be unacceptable to some placement agencies and facilities. The School of Health and Human Services will not be responsible for seeking alternative placements for students who are denied access to a Preceptorship because of a criminal record. Students are advised that certain criminal records may prevent completion of a Preceptorship and thus completion of the program graduation requirements

Immunization: Students entering the Pharmacy Technician Program must meet requirements for immunization established for health care workers by the Ministry of Health prior to entry into any practicum setting

Personal Reference: All applicants must submit two personal references as indicated in the application package as part of the formal admission process

Personal Health Record: A personal health history document must be submitted prior to acceptance into the program

Personal Information: All applicants must complete a brief personal history and short essay as to why they wish to become a Pharmacy Technician as part of the admission process

MATURE STUDENT STATUS

Amature student" is at least 19 years of age and has been out of the school system for at least one year on or before the first day of classes of the program

A mature student, with reasonable potential for success on the basis of work experience or other criteria may be admitted, notwithstanding some deficiency in prior formal education

A mature student shall normally meet the specific program or course prerequisites

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Mature students should apply at least one year in advance of the anticipated start date, as academic upgrading may be necessary

ADDITIONAL NOTE

Program requires WHMIS; Basic level CPR (C) and Basic First Aid to be completed before entering Practicums. Registration for these can be obtained by contacting your local college campus.

APPLICANTS SEEKING SPECIFIC UPGRADING

— Individuals seeking a specific skill set through courses that are a part of the Pharmacy Technician Program will be considered on a case by case basis

— Insuch cases the admissions protocols may be waived by the instructor in consultation with the School Chair

ADVANCED CREDIT

To transfer credit from another institution, application must be made to and approval obtained from the Registrar

— Course equivalency will be determined by the Registrar in accordance with Selkirk College Policy B3002.1 (Admissions & Standards), part 1, section 4.0. Course equivalency will be based upon assessment by the department concerned

A student who applies for advanced standing from another Pharmacy Technician Program will be considered on an individual basis

— Application for advanced credit is to be made prior to entry into the Pharmacy Technician Program

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

— English 12 Literature is not accepted for English 12 prerequisite

— Pre-entry into program upgrading requirements for Math, Chemistry, Biology, Typing, Computer skills can be obtained online or in face to face classes. Contact admissions for the campus or online offering that is convenient for you. Allow six months to one year to complete upgrade courses depending on your circumstances and course available

EXCEPTIONS

— Working pharmacy technicians or other health profession diploma holders, may enter the program on a reduced PTEC program course load while completing prerequisites

— Students applying to enter the pharmacy technician program with diplomas or degrees in other health professions will need to consult with the Program coordinator for an evaluation of similar courses taken in science or other college or university programs

— Students that have taken pharmacy technician

programs or medical terminology from other schools or institutions will need to provide transcripts and course outlines for the registrar & program coordinator to evaluate placement on entry to the Selkirk College Pharmacy Technician program

Important Dates

WINTER 2017 — April 14- Semester 2 ends

SPRING 2017

— April 17- On Campus lab classes start — June 2 - On Campus labs end

— June 5 - Practicum starts

— July 31 - Practicum ends

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

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.

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