This qualification is designed for learners who want to acquire the skills to work as a pharmacy technician, including relevant laws for dispensing medications, dispensing techniques, and professionalism and support techniques. This programme enables learners to enter the workforce as a technician, or progress into further study.
The Pharmacy industry is dynamic, exciting and there are many employment opportunities out there for qualified Pharmacy Technicians. Our Pharmacy Technician Programme offers practical learning on campus and will teach you all the necessary skills and pharmaceutical knowledge to start your career. It also includes work placement in one of the leading pharmacies in New Zealand.
Applicants must be aged 18 or older. International students must be 18 years old or over
Applicants should have an appropriate year 12-13 academic achievement, hold a complementary tertiary qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge.
An academic IELTS score of 6 is required. IELTS 6.5 is highly recommended to be successful in the programme due to the high level of technical content in the programme; and an interview may be required.
Domestic applicants will need to demonstrate sufficiency in English language or, where required, complete and pass a reading/writing placement test; and an interview may be required.
International students must have travel and medical insurance and a valid visa.
International students and Chemist Warehouse: Conditions apply around work visa restrictions.
* Other English Tests / evidence may be approved as advised by NZQA
FIRST YEAR FEES FREE
The first year of this course's fees are free when this is your first year of study. Ask NZMA to help or find out more here.
STUDENT LOANS
If you meet certain conditions you can get a student loan and allowances. Find out if you meet the conditions by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz.
COURSE COSTS
The cost can be different depending on the subject and duration of the course. View the course cost for New Zealand students here.
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