Pharmacy Technician in Norquest Collage, Canada

Pharmacy Technician in Norquest Collage

Overview

In this nationally accredited diploma program, you will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to work in this fast-paced and highly respected occupation. This includes dispensing prescriptions, compounding medications, preparing sterile products, and providing patient care.

Student Success

Students are more likely to be successful in this program if they:

• are detail-oriented
• have strong arithmetic skills
• can multi-task and problem-solve effectively
• have access to a computer with strong computer and typing skills
• have good written and verbal communication skills
• have good vision and manual dexterity and can stand and sit for extended periods of time.

Applicants are requested to review the job requirements listed below and assess their ability to fulfill the demands of the occupation of pharmacy technician.

As a pharmacy technician, you must be able to:

• work day, evening, and weekend shifts
• stand and sit for extended periods of time
• use your knees, back, and arms to move objects that weigh up to 10 kilograms
• have good manual dexterity and vision, which are essential for some tasks
• physically and emotionally manage workplace demands
• function effectively in stressful situations
• multi-task and problem-solve
• perform all skills independently
• work collaboratively with other health-care professionals
• communicate effectively in written and verbal form with patients, colleagues, and other health care professionals.

Career Potential

Pharmacy technicians work in hospitals, community pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, and insurance companies.

For more information on related careers see:

• ALIS OCCinfo occupational profiles
• ALIS WAGEinfo salary info

For more information on becoming a registered pharmacy technician in the province of Alberta, visit the Alberta College of Pharmacy website. To research your career, you may complete a Career Investigation Report.

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