Pharmacy Technician

Tuition is Year 1 - $9,490, Year 2 - $8,300 for the 2026-27 academic year..

Pharmacy technicians prepare and distribute medications in regulated healthcare settings. They work in hospitals and community pharmacies under pharmacist supervision. Their duties include compounding sterile products, dispensing prescriptions, and ensuring medication safety. They also support patient education and collaborate with healthcare teams.

Focus areas include dispensing, quality assurance, hospital and community pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical calculations, pharmacy legislation, sterile product preparation.

Two-year program with 32 weeks online in year one, 24 weeks online in year two. Includes in-person labs and 40 weeks of work experience in community and hospital pharmacies.

Graduates work as licensed pharmacy technicians in hospital and community settings, supporting medication management and patient care.

Grade 12 with minimum 70% in Pre-calculus 30 or Calculus 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and 30-level English Language Arts. Minimum overall average of 65%. English proficiency required through NAPRA standards or equivalent. Criminal record check and immunization records required before practicum.

Hybrid delivery, on-campus labs, full-time, two years.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Moose Jaw, has a long tradition of delivering hands-on, industry-relevant education since its origins in the mid 20th century. The Moose Jaw campus combines modern facilities with applied learning across technical and vocational programs, preparing students for roles that require practical skills and workplace readiness. With around 15,000 students system-wide and a sizable international cohort, the campus fosters a close-knit atmosphere ideal for focused study and skill development.

The institution offers a range of diplomas, certificates, and applied degrees designed in close collaboration with industry partners, ensuring curricula reflect current employer needs. Students benefit from simulation labs, workshops, and cooperative placements that bridge classroom theory and real-world practice. Program offerings are tailored to sectors such as health, trades, business, and technology, and the campus emphasizes experiential learning to enhance employability upon graduation.

Moose Jaw provides a supportive environment for international students, with dedicated services for arrival, academic advising, and career planning. The city combines a welcoming community with affordable living and easy access to broader Saskatchewan industry hubs. For students seeking applied training, strong industry connections, and focused pathways into the workforce, Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Moose Jaw offers a practical, student-centered route to professional success.