Health and Beauty Canadian College
The Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program is a registered vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges and Universities Act, 2005, and is offered by Health and Beauty Canadian College (HBCC). This comprehensive program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in retail, hospital, and institutional pharmacy environments.
The program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining online theoretical instruction with supervised, hands-on laboratory training on campus. This blended approach ensures students develop both the academic knowledge and practical skills required to support pharmacy operations in real-world healthcare settings.
Students can complete the program in approximately six to seven months, providing a fast-track pathway into the healthcare workforce.
This program is designed to meet the evolving needs of Ontario’s pharmacy sector and provides students with the practical, technical, and professional competencies required to effectively support licensed pharmacists in the safe preparation, handling, and distribution of medications.
The Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program provides students with in-depth training in all key areas of pharmacy operations, including prescription processing, pharmaceutical calculations, inventory control, pharmacy software, customer service, and regulatory compliance. The curriculum aligns with industry standards and provincial legislation to ensure graduates are workplace-ready and compliant with professional practice expectations.
Through HBCC’s hybrid delivery model, students benefit from the flexibility of online learning while developing practical skills in a fully equipped pharmacy lab. This approach allows learners to balance their studies with personal and professional responsibilities while still receiving the hands-on experience required for employment.
Hybrid Delivery Model – A combination of online theory and in-person practical training
Industry-Aligned Curriculum – Designed to meet the operational and regulatory needs of Ontario pharmacies
Experienced Faculty – Instruction provided by professionals with extensive pharmacy and healthcare experience
Hands-On Pharmacy Lab – Practical training in prescription processing, compounding, and workflow procedures
Career Preparation Support – Resume development, interview preparation, and job-search guidance
Registered Vocational Program – Delivered in accordance with the Ontario Career Colleges and Universities Act, 2005
Students enrolled in the Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program will develop knowledge and skills in:
Pharmaceutical and medical terminology
Drug classifications and commonly dispensed medications
Prescription interpretation and processing
Pharmacy software and electronic data entry
Third-party insurance billing and adjudication
Inventory management and controlled drug handling
Compounding basics and medication safety
Workplace health and safety standards
Professional communication and customer service
Legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements in pharmacy practice
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or
Mature student status (18 years or older with qualifying assessment)
In addition, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency sufficient to succeed in a healthcare training environment.
Graduates of the Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program are prepared for employment in a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare settings, including:
Community and retail pharmacies
Hospital and institutional pharmacies
Long-term care and assisted living facilities
Pharmaceutical distribution and supply companies
Medical supply and specialty drug stores
Pharmacy Assistants play a critical role in healthcare by supporting pharmacists with prescription processing, inventory control, patient service, and regulatory compliance—helping ensure medications are dispensed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
Career-Focused Training – Emphasis on real-world pharmacy skills and job readiness
Modern Learning Environment – Fully equipped pharmacy lab for practical instruction
Flexible Study Options – Hybrid delivery supports work-life balance
Professional Instruction – Taught by qualified, industry-experienced instructors
Regulated Program – Registered under the Ontario Career Colleges and Universities Act, 2005
