Eastern College Expands Career Opportunities for Newfoundland and Labrador Pharmacy Assistants with Innovative Bridging Program

Eastern College is thrilled to announce the launch of an innovative online Pharmacy Technician Bridging program in Newfoundland and Labrador. Tailored for Pharmacy Assistants in Newfoundland and Labrador who are looking to elevate their careers in pharmacy practice, this program provides a flexible and accessible path for students to acquire the skills necessary for employment as registered Pharmacy Technicians in both community and hospital pharmacies across the province. Through online study, students can balance their work, education, and personal commitments while having the opportunity to apply their knowledge in their current workplaces immediately.

“We’re proud to introduce this program in Newfoundland and Labrador, providing Pharmacy Assistants with a valuable opportunity to advance their careers,” said Eastern College President Stuart Bentley. “By combining online learning with practical training in their current workplaces, students can balance their studies with their professional and personal commitments, while enhancing their expertise and filling a critical healthcare need in the province.”

The program’s comprehensive curriculum covers both the technical and administrative aspects of the Pharmacy Technician profession, including device training, inventory management, compounding, and prescription preparation and checking. Additionally, students will gain training in communication skills, professionalism, and federal laws and regulations. Graduates will meet the academic qualifications necessary to pursue licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Additional steps, such as passing the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) exams, completing a postgrad structured practical experience program, or passing Newfoundland and Labrador’s jurisprudence exam, may be required for full licensure in the province.

About Eastern College

Eastern College has provided training in a modular approach to best prepare students for the job market. Since its establishment in 1983, Eastern has helped fast-track over 30,000 students to job-readiness through its programs and courses. Eastern College has been part of the triOS family since 2014. With campuses in Fredericton, Saint John, Moncton, and Halifax, as well as, fully Online learning options, Eastern offers programs under six faculties: Business, Technology, Healthcare, Law, Supply Chain, and Art & Design. For more information about Eastern College, please go to www.easterncollege.ca.