Launch Your Career in Pharmacy Support
Pharmacy Assistants play an important role in supporting pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in the safe preparation, organization, and distribution of medications. They help ensure that pharmacy operations run efficiently while maintaining high standards of patient care and medication safety.
The Pharmacy Assistant Program at Hart College provides students with focused training in pharmacy operations, medication preparation, pharmaceutical terminology, and patient service within healthcare environments. Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on training, and supervised practicum placement, students develop the practical skills required to work in retail pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare facilities.
Graduates of this program are prepared to pursue careers in the growing field of pharmacy services and medication support. In just 26 weeks, you’ll gain the knowledge, technical skills, and hands-on training required to begin your career as a Pharmacy Assistant.
What Does a Pharmacy Assistant Do?
Pharmacy Assistants support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in managing medications, organizing pharmacy operations, and assisting patients with prescriptions.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications
- Process prescriptions and maintain pharmacy records
- Manage inventory and organize pharmaceutical supplies
- Maintain pharmacy cleanliness and ensure medication storage standards
- Assist customers with prescription pick-ups and pharmacy services
- Process insurance information and payment transactions
- Follow pharmacy safety and regulatory procedures
Pharmacy Assistants play an important role in ensuring efficient pharmacy operations and supporting safe medication practices.
Why Choose Hart College’s Pharmacy Assistant Program?
- NACC Approved Curriculum – Training aligned with the National Association of Career Colleges standards
- Hands-On Learning – Practical training in pharmacy procedures and medication preparation
- Experienced Instructors – Learn from professionals with experience in pharmacy and healthcare environments
- Clinical Practicum Opportunities – Real-world experience in pharmacy settings
- Career-Focused Training – Prepare for employment in retail and institutional pharmacies
Experienced Instructors and Practical Learning
The Pharmacy Assistant Program at Hart College is delivered by instructors with professional experience in pharmacy operations and healthcare environments.
Students learn essential pharmacy procedures, medication preparation practices, and professional communication skills required to support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in healthcare settings.
Students also gain valuable hands-on experience through supervised practicum placements, allowing them to apply their training in real pharmacy environments.
NACC’s highly regarded program
We are pleased to announce that our college will soon be offering the NACC Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program. This program opens the door to an exciting career in the pharmaceutical field, preparing students with the skills and knowledge needed to work in a variety of pharmacy settings, like retail, hospital, and institutional pharmacies. The program covers pharmacy operations, essential calculations, compounding, and administration using MS Office and pharmacy software.
Program Structure
The program curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on training to prepare students for professional practice in pharmacy environments.
Theory – 695 Hours
Practical – 100 Hours
Clinical Practicum – 300 Hours
Total Program Duration: 26 Weeks (1095 Hours)
Final Exam: All students write the NACC final theory examination at the end of the placement.
Credential: Diploma
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Pharmacy Assistant Program may find employment in a variety of healthcare settings, including:
- Retail pharmacies
- Hospital pharmacies
- Community pharmacies
- Long-term care facilities
- Healthcare clinics
- Pharmaceutical distribution centers
Pharmacy Assistants work alongside pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to support medication preparation, inventory management, and patient service.
Employment Outlook
The demand for trained pharmacy support professionals continues to grow as healthcare systems expand and medication management services increase.
Employment Trends
- Growing demand for pharmacy support professionals
- Increasing need for trained staff in retail and healthcare pharmacies
- Opportunities across Canada-wide healthcare systems
Students are encouraged to review national employment trends and career outlook information through the Government of Canada Job Bank:
https://on.jobbank.gc.ca/trend-analysis