This course introduces students to the pharmacy profession and the role of pharmacy in providing health care services. The course also provides an overview of the Canadian health care system, including the roles and responsibilities of health care professionals. The standards of practice, federal and provincial legislation governing pharmacy practice, and workplace safety issues are also discussed. The course also includes medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and development of keyboarding skills.
This course is part of the full-time Pharmacy Technician Program.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. Canadian health care system
- 2. Pharmacy profession
- 3. Legislation, policies and regulations
- 4. Pharmacy References
- 5. Occupational health and safety
- 6. Anatomy and physiology
- 7. Medical terminology
- 8. Keyboarding
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.