The Bridging Program, is divided into 4 modules – Pharmacology, Professional Practice, Management of Drug Distribution Systems and Product Preparation. The content, which is designed to provide current technicians with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to take on the additional job responsibilities of a regulated technician, was developed nationally and then modified as required for each province. Each module, which is approximately 40 hours long is offered online as well as in classroom at various locations across British Columbia.
Technicians who feel that they already have the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to challenge, through an exam, a particular bridging module may do so through a process referred to as Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). All bridging modules, with the exception of the Professional Practice module which is mandatory for everyone, are PLAR-eligible.
Please view complete Student Policies for the Pharmacy Technician Bridging Program (British Columbia).
To view and to register, please select one of the following modules:
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Pharmacology
Professional Practice
Product Preparation
Management of Drug Distribution Systems
Online Learning
