In-demand

Pharmacy Assistant

Pharmacy assistants support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians by handling patient interactions, preparing and packaging medications, maintaining prescription records, and managing inventory

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Duration

26 weeks

Credential

Pharmacy Assistant Diploma

Delivery

In-person · Calgary campus

Practicum

6 Weeks Full-time

Next intake

Sept 14, 2026

Tuition

$12,999

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87%

employed in the field within 6 months

6 weeks

supervised clinical practicum

students per cohort (avg)

$18-24

average hourly wage

Curriculum

What you'll learn.

Tuition & funding

$12,999

Alberta Student Aid (loans & grants)ABES interest-free monthly payment plan Indigenous Sponsorship Second Career (AB) for laid-off workers Employer Sponsorship

What you'll need

Admission requirements.

Age 18+ by program start date

Grade 10 English or CLB 7+ for newcomers

Career Outcomes

Pharmacy Assistant

Pharmacists Assistant

Pharmacy Technician Assistant

Family Place Worker

Day to Day Tasks

Receive orders

Dispense medication

Compound pharmaceuticals

Fill and label medication

Perform inventory counts

Confirm deliveries

Maintain patient records

Prepare invoices

Pharmacy Assistant

What you'll learn.

$12,999

Admission requirements.

Career Outcomes

Day to Day Tasks

Our next cohort begins Sept 14, 2026.