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College Diploma - Pharmacy Technician

Red Deer Polytechnic

Red Deer campus — Red Deer, Alberta, Canada

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
September 2027
Tuition Fee
CAD 18,645
Application Fee
CAD 150
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description This program is accredited by the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP). It prepares the graduate to become a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) following graduation and successful completion of the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) certification process and the Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) registration process. Red Deer Polytechnic has been educating Pharmacy Technicians since 1976 and graduates are highly sought after by employers. This diploma program is delivered over five academic terms. Program outcomes are designed to enable successful transition to the role of the Pharmacy Technician, assisting students to: Communicate effectively and respectfully to build positive relationships through verbal, nonverbal, written and technological means with patients, co-workers and other health care providers. Practice in a legal, ethical and professional manner demonstrating conduct that meets expectations of members of society and the profession. Accurately manage and perform technical and distributive tasks expected of a pharmacy technician. Build collaborative relationships within the pharmacy and health care teams to optimize patient safety and meet patient health care needs and improve health outcomes. Perform job related tasks in a safe and effective manner that ensures quality and patient safety while using professional judgment as to which tasks can be performed independently or in collaboration with a pharmacist. Maintain, enhance and share knowledge, skills and attitude through self-reflective practice, use of available learning resources, networking and self-directed learning to continue to be a lifelong learner.
Faculty / school
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Field of study
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Credential
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Relationship
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
CAD 18,645
Application fee
CAD 150
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline
1 May 2027
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Red Deer campus

Red Deer, Alberta, Canada

100 College Blvd

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Red Deer Polytechnic is located in Alberta, a beautiful and vibrant province in Canada with the Rocky Mountains to the west and the open prairies to the east. Red Deer Polytechnic’s programs are led by expert instructors who care, with practical and applied learning opportunities that allow students to gain experiences for the real world. Class sizes are small across the majority of programs, which means that students establish meaningful relationships with their instructors and their peers. Red Deer Polytechnic has a variety of different programs to challenge, inspire and prepare students for...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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