Pharmacy Technician

11-Month Certificate at Castlegar

Delivered with the following methods: On Campus, Online

Admission Requirements

SECONDARY SCHOOL MATH ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS 

1. Academic
   1. BC high school graduation or its equivalent plus the following courses with a C grade or better: Biology 12, Chemistry 11, English 12, Principles of Math 11 or Applications of Math 12, or their equivalents. *Applicants graduating from high school as of 2012 will require Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 11 with a C grade or better 
   2. Typing at a speed of 35 words per minute.
   3. Current basic computer skills: Windows, word processing and Internet abilities.
   4. All students are required to complete the Computer Placement Test for assessment of their English and Math skills prior to entry into the program.
2. General
   1. Criminal Record Check: Applicants must submit an official police criminal record search as part of the application process. The criminal record search will be available, on request, to any hospital, clinic, or community pharmacy receiving students for Preceptorship. Certain criminal records may be unacceptable to some placement agencies and facilities. The School of Health and Human Services will not be responsible for seeking alternative placements for students who are denied access to a Preceptorship because of a criminal record. Students are advised that certain criminal records may prevent completion of a Preceptorship and thus completion of the program graduation requirements.
   2. Immunization: Students entering the Pharmacy Technician Program must meet requirements for immunization established for health care workers by the Ministry of Health prior to entry into any practicum setting.
   3. Personal Reference: All applicants must submit two personal references as indicated in the application package as part of the formal admission process.
   4. Personal Health Record: A personal health history document must be submitted prior to acceptance into the program.
   5. Personal Information: All applicants must complete a brief personal history and short essay as to why they wish to become a Pharmacy Technician as part of the admission process.
3. Mature Students
   1. A "mature student" is at least 19 years of age and has been out of the school system for at least one year on or before the first day of classes of the program.
   2. A mature student, with reasonable potential for success on the basis of work experience or other criteria may be admitted, notwithstanding some deficiency in prior formal education.
   3. A mature student shall normally meet the specific program or course prerequisites.
   4. Mature students should apply at least one year in advance of the anticipated start date, as academic upgrading may be necessary.

Additional Note

Program requires WHIMIS; Basic level CPR (C) and Basic First Aid to be completed before entering Practicums. Registration for these canbe obtained by contacting your local college campus.

Applicants Seeking Specific Upgrading

• Individuals seeking a specific skill set through courses that are a part of the Pharmacy Technician Program will be considered on a case by case basis.
• In such cases the admissions protocols may be waived by the instructor in consultation with the School Chair.

Advanced Credit

• To transfer credit from another institution, application must be made to and approval obtained from the Registrar.

• Course equivalency will be determined by the Registrar in accordance with Selkirk College Policy B3002.1 (Admissions & Standards), part 1, section 4.0. Course equivalency will be based upon assessment by the department concerned.

• A student who applies for advanced standing from another Pharmacy Technician Program will be considered on an individual basis.

• Application for advanced credit is to be made prior to entry into the Pharmacy Technician Program.

Additional Comments

• English 12 Literature is not accepted for English 12 prerequisite.

• Pre-entry into program upgrading requirements for Math, Chemistry, Biology, Typing, Computer skills can be obtained online or in face to face classes. Contact admissions for the campus or online offering that is convenient for you. Allow six months to one year to complete upgrade courses depending on your circumstances and course available.

Exceptions

• Working pharmacy technicians or other health profession diploma holders, may enter the program on a reduced PTEC program course load while completing prerequisites.

• Students applying to enter the pharmacy technician program with diplomas or degrees in other health professions will need to consult with the Program coordinator for an evaluation of similar courses taken in science or other college or university programs.

• Students that have taken pharmacy technician programs or medical terminology from other schools or institutions will need to provide transcripts and course outlines for the registrar & program coordinator to evaluate placement on entry to the Selkirk College Pharmacy Technician program.