Diploma in Pharmacy Technology

Pharmacy Technology (Techniques de pharmacie, 165.A0) is a three-year technical diploma (DEC) offered by Cégep Limoilou, exclusive to the Quebec City region. Students study human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical calculations, and pharmacotherapy while learning medication distribution, inventory control, quality assurance, and non-sterile and sterile preparation techniques. The curriculum spans six semesters combining general education with specialized pharmacy coursework, including personnel management and stock organization for a pharmacy setting. The programme includes two paid work-study internships in industry placements during the course of study, giving students practical experience alongside classroom learning. An international component, Projets Monde, offers opportunities for study or exchange activities abroad. Graduates are prepared to work as pharmacy technicians, supporting pharmacists with medication preparation, dispensing, and pharmacy operations in community and hospital settings. A personal laptop computer is required for coursework, with an estimated cost of $500 to $1,000. Admission is selective and based on the applicant's academic record, and the programme may close its second admission round once seats are filled.