Diploma in Pharmacy Technician

In modern pharmacy practice, the pharmacy technician’s role is essential to meeting the ever-increasing demands for health care efficiency and improved patient experience. Today, pharmacy technicians are entrusted with assisting in preparing medications, collecting medical histories, and educating patients – all of which allow the pharmacist more time to focus on patient care.

MITT Pharmacy Technician Program has prepared students to work collaboratively and competently with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals in a variety of pharmacy practice settings.

The diploma program curriculum – designed by specialized pharmacy experts to reflect the current scope of practice, as well as emerging health care trends and technologies – focuses on the core competencies of everyday pharmacy technician practice. It also aligns with the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) Accreditation Standards for Canadian Pharmacy Technician Programs. Through innovative curriculum and high-impact simulated learning experiences, students are prepared for career success in today’s ever-changing pharmacy environment.

High school diploma (or expected completion within 45 days of the program start date), or equivalent. International applicants must meet the general entrance requirements based on country/curriculum of study. Applicants must also meet the program-specific requirements, including:

• Senior Level Math*, or equivalent;
• Senior Level Biology*, or equivalent;
• Senior Level Chemistry*, or equivalent; and
• Senior Level English Language Arts*, or equivalent.

*A minimum equivalent grade of no less than 60% is required in each of these senior level courses.

English language requirement:

• IELTS (Academic) (International English Language Testing System): 6.0 overall, no band less than 5.5
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic): 54
• TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet Based): Overall score of 78, with no less than 17 in each component
• CAEL CE & CAEL Online (Canadian Academic English Assessment): 60
• Cambridge English Advanced Certificate (C1): Scale Score of 180 / Grade of C