Program Overview

Programs Offered

The university offers a variety of programs across different fields, including:

• Business Management & Logistics
• Digital Marketing & Business Management
• Academic Diploma
• Digital Marketing & Business Management with Co-op
• Supply Chain & Operations Management
• Hospitality Management
• Healthcare Office Assistant
• Dental Assistant
• Veterinary Assistant
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Pharmacy Assistant with Practicum
• Pharmacy Technician
• Aquaculture Technician
• Sustainability & Renewable Energy
• Social Services & Community Support Worker
• Early Childhood Education Assistant
• Education Assistant
• Financial Office Assistant
• Insurance Professional
• Cyber Security
• Immigration Assistant
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Beginner
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Pre-Intermediate
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Intermediate
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Upper-Intermediate
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Advanced
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Intensive

Pharmacy Technician Program

Program Overview

The Pharmacy Technician Program at Excel Career College is a comprehensive 52-week training program designed to prepare students for a successful career in pharmacy. This program is aligned with the standards and competencies set by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) and the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP).

Program Details

• Duration: 12 months
• Format: In-class, Distance, Combined
• Total program hours: 1200
• Total weeks: 52

Admission Requirements

Students are required to be 19 years of age prior to the start of the program or possess a high school diploma (or equivalent), and provide evidence of:

• Mathematics Grade 11 (minimum grade of C)
• Biology Grade 12 (minimum grade of C)
• Chemistry Grade 11 (minimum grade of C) Additionally, students must provide evidence of one of the following:
• English Grade 12 (minimum grade of C) and evidence of successful completion of two years of full-time secondary education (Grades 10, 11, or 12) in English, in a country where English is one of the principal languages, OR
• Successful completion of a three-credit academic English Course or equivalent (minimum grade of C) and evidence of successful completion of two years of full-time post-secondary at an accredited institution in Canada, OR,
• Proof of passing one of the following English Language proficiency tests at the level indicated:
  • IELTS Academic: Reading 7.0, Listening 7.0, Speaking 7.0, Writing 6.5
  • OET: Reading B, Listening B, Speaking B, Writing C+

Courses

• Fundamentals of Pharmacy
• Introduction to Human Anatomy
• Pharmacology
• Pharmacy Law and Ethics
• Dosage & Dispensing Calculations
• Pharmaceutical Mathematics
• Pharmacy Software Applications
• Community Pharmacy Operations
• Hospital Pharmacy Operations
• Pharmaceutical Compounding Techniques
• Communication and Customer Service in Pharmacy
• Intra and Interprofessional Relationships and Professionalism
• Comprehensive Final Review
• Career Strategies
• Medical Emergency & First Aid
• Community Practicum
• Institutional Practicum

Career Opportunities

• Community Pharmacy Technician
• Hospital Pharmacy Technician
• Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Accreditation

The Pharmacy Technician Diploma was reviewed and approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. This program has received Qualifying Accreditation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are there any exams or practical assessments in this program?

Yes, the program includes both written exams and practical assessments to test your knowledge and skills in real-life scenarios.

Do I need previous healthcare experience to do well in this program?

No. This program is designed for beginners. You’ll start with the basics and gradually build your skills through guided instruction, hands-on practice, and real-world training.