Ontario College Certificate in Community Pharmacy Assistant in London Canada | Fanshawe College

Becoming a community pharmacy assistant requires meticulous attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, comprehensive technical expertise, and excellent people skills. Working under the guidance of licensed pharmacists or pharmacy technicians, you'll play a key role in a pharmacy's operations. For those seeking a rewarding career with meaningful impact, the Community Pharmacy Assistant program provides the foundation for professional growth.
The curriculum covers technical principles, innovative problem-solving approaches, and enhances communication abilities to support the evolving roles of pharmacy professionals. You'll gain expertise in prescription handling, insurance claim processing (dispensary reimbursements), stock management, preparing non-sterile compounds, operating pharmacy automation systems, and advising customers on retail pharmacy products.
Beyond theoretical learning, you'll train in Fanshawe's cutting-edge community pharmacy laboratory and undertake a 4-month practical placement, gaining hands-on experience as an essential team member in both retail and long-term care pharmacy settings.
The program offers an exclusive chance to earn PCCA's Introductory Compounding Bootcamp certification: this intensive two-day workshop provides hands-on experience with specialized compounding tools to formulate alternative medications while covering safety protocols, quality control, protective gear (PPE), and professional compounding standards.