Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology

Course Details

Community Pharmacy Assistant Certificate

Course Description

Obtain knowledge and skills in the delivery of pharmacy products and services in retail pharmacy practice Program Highlights Acquire knowledge and skills in the delivery of pharmacy products and services in community pharmacy practice Understand legislation and methodology surrounding dispensing prescriptions, drug inventory controls, and customer service Learn the many uses and classes of available prescription and non-prescription drugs, medical devices, herbals and complementary care medicine products Gain practical experience through simulated lab courses in community pharmacy practice Experience four weeks of field placement in a community pharmacy

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

The Community Pharmacy Assistant Certificate program can lead to exciting career opportunities Industries of Employment: Independent and Corporate Retail Pharmacies Long Term Care and Compounding Pharmacies Pharmacy Benefit Providers Pharmacy Software Vendors Occupational Categories: Pharmacy Assistant




Community Pharmacy Assistant Certificate Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology