Pharmacy courses

Niagara College

Pharmacy Technician in Niagara College

  • Duration : 2 Years
  • Intake : Sep
  • Level : Undergraduate Diploma
  • Tuition & fees : $ 14,550 CAD Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.0
  • TOEFL : 79
  • PTE : 0


About Pharmacy Technician in Niagara College

Highlights

  • Hands-on, experiential learning via state-of-the-art community and hospital lab facilities featuring a simulated community pharmacy and sterile product room.

  • Gain knowledge of the latest pharmaceutical products, practices, and drug distribution systems through a nationally accredited program.

  • Unique interprofessional education is focused on patient-care delivery and includes approximately 360 hours of practical field placement experience.

  • Graduates are eligible to write the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada licensing exam and if successful, may become Regulated Pharmacy Technicians with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.

  • Program positioned to meet the requirements set by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA), Canadian Pharmacy Technician Educators Association (CPTEA) and the Ontario College of Pharmacists.

Career Opportunities

  • Community pharmacy
  • Home health care division or company
  • Hospital pharmacy
  • Pharmaceutical distribution wholesaler
  • Pharmacy application software vendor
  • Pharmacy benefits administration and consulting firm
  • Private medical industry (ex. pharmaceutical company)
  • Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent.
  • English–any Grade 12 (U), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%)
  • Mathematics–any Grade 12 (U) or Grade 12 Accounting (M), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%)
  • Four additional Grade 12 (U) or (M) level courses in any field of study
  • An overall average of 65% in the six Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses
  • English language requirements

  • Proof of English Proficiency Test Scores.
  • IELTS : 6.0 overall no individual band under 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 79 minimum:20 writing ,20 speaking

Niagara college Highlights

Type of College Public
Establishment Year 1967
Type of Campus Urban
Housing Available
Number of Programs 130+
Number of Campuses 2
Full-time Students 12,000+
International Students 4,700+
Intake Seasons Fall, Winter, Spring

Niagara College Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The cost of attendance includes tuition fees, accommodation costs, and other expenses. The tables mentioned below will help international students estimate their cost of living in Canada.

Niagara College Tuition Fee

Program Tuition Fee(per year)
Diploma/Certificate 13,350-14,550 CAD
Undergraduate Degree 14,550 CAD
Graduate 16,550 CAD

The cost of attendance is different for international students studying at Niagara College than the domestic students.

Accommodation

NC provides many housing facilities to their students on both their campuses. Students can also consider renting rooms, houses or sublets along with other students who are looking for housemates.

Category Expense (per year)
Double Occupancy Suite 7,400 CAD
Quad Occupancy Suite 3,840 CAD
Homestay 9,000 CAD

International students also have the following options for stay while they study in Canada:

  • Homestays- International students can reside with a Canadian family once they have received confirmation from them.
  • Landing Pad- Niagara College Landing Pad accommodates International students for 30 days, including two meals per day. 

The college helps the new students with information and ease the adjustment process with the new country.

Other Expenses

Service Fee 632 CAD per term
Medical Insurance 70 CAD per month
Bus fee 192.50 CAD per term
Books and Supplies 2,500 CAD
Personal and Miscellaneous Expenses 2,000-8,000 CAD

A 500 CAD tuition deposit is required of all incoming and renewing students. A spot in the programme must be secured with this deposit. This charge is a component of the tuition fee, lowering the overall amount of tuition due.

Niagara College Admissions Application

Candidates that qualify for early admission are given preference (subject to programme capacity). Those who don't meet the requirements for early admission may still be eligible for admission through the competitive admissions process. The basic requirements, however, do not ensure admittance.

Where to Apply Online Application Portal
Application Fee 100 CAD
Application Deadlines for International Students(Recommended) Spring 2020: October 30, 2020; Fall 2020: February 1, 2020; Winter 2021: June 8, 2020
Documents Required Transcripts, LOR, SOP
English Language Requirement IELTS: Overall 6.5(no band under 5.5)
TOEFL PBT: 550
TOEFL iBT: 79 - 80(minimum 22 in writing and speaking)

Know more about Studying in Canada

Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada CAD 150
Student Visa in Canada A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa.
Intakes in Canada There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May)
Top Job Sectors in Canada Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science.
Economy in Canada GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 14,550

Total

$ 14,550