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Communication & Care in Action!
Pharmacy Assistants do more than manage prescriptions—they’re the friendly face patients rely on for guidance and support. At APS College, our Pharmacy Assistant program emphasizes soft skills like: - Clear communication with patients and healthcare teams - Teamwork in fast-paced pharmacy environments - Empathy and professionalism in every interaction These skills make our graduates stand out and ensure they’re ready to thrive in any pharmacy setting. 👉 Build both technical
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Dec 17, 20251 min read


Graduate with tech-ready skills!
Did you know? Modern pharmacies rely on digital tools every single day—from electronic health records (EHR) to pharmacy management software, barcode scanning, and even telepharmacy platforms. APS College’s Pharmacy Assistant program ensures you’re not just learning the basics, but graduating with the tech-ready skills employers expect. Students practice using these systems in simulated labs and during practicum placements, so when you step into the workforce, you’re confident
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Dec 17, 20251 min read
APS's Basic Computer Skills Class
Starting your healthcare career with confidence means mastering the basics—APS College’s Pharmacy Assistant program includes a Basic Computer Skills class designed for beginners! What you’ll learn: ✅ Keyboard and mouse skills ✅ Microsoft Office essentials (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) ✅ Google Docs and cloud collaboration ✅ Practical tech tips for pharmacy settings Whether you're new to computers or just need a refresher, we’ll help you build the digital skills employers expect.
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Dec 17, 20251 min read
What makes APS College’s Pharmacy Assistant program stand out from the others in Calgary?
- Hands-On Training Simulated labs + real pharmacy practicum = confident, job-ready grads. - Tech-Ready Skills Learn EHR, pharmacy software, barcode scanning, and telepharmacy tools. - Soft Skills Focus Build communication, teamwork, and patient care skills employers value. - Small Class Sizes Get personalized support, feedback, and one-on-one time with instructors. - Career Support Resume help, interview prep, and local pharmacy networking. - Flexible Learning Full-time or p
shoaib shaikh
Dec 17, 20251 min read
5 reasons to consider becoming a Pharmacy Assistant:
Thinking about a career in healthcare but not sure where to start? Becoming a Pharmacy Assistant could be your perfect path. Here are 5 reasons to consider it: 1) High Job Demand Pharmacy Assistants are essential in retail, hospital, and long-term care settings. With Alberta’s aging population, demand is only growing. 2) Fast, Focused Training No lengthy degree required. APS College’s program gets you job-ready in months—with hands-on practicum and real-world skills. 3) Meani
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Dec 17, 20251 min read
Pharmacy Assistant Practicum Snapshot
Our Pharmacy Assistant practicum gives students supervised, hands-on experience that leads to jobs in community pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, long-term care facilities, and pharmaceutical distribution centres. Students practice dispensing, patient communication and counselling, inventory management, regulatory compliance, and professional workplace routines that employers value. Entry-level pharmacy assistants can earn up to $25/hour depending on location and employer. R
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Oct 3, 20251 min read
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