Immigration To Canada For Pharmacist

Pathway To Canada For Pakistani Pharmacist

Becoming a licensed pharmacist in Canada as a Pakistani pharmacist involves a multi-step process that ensures your qualifications and skills meet Canadian standards. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

PHASE 1: Initial Assessment And National Certification (PEBC)

This phase is primarily managed by the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) and the Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada (PGC).

Enroll in Pharmacists’ Gateway Canada (PGC):

This is the mandatory first step for all International Pharmacy Graduates (IPGs) wishing to be licensed in Canada (except Quebec, which has a separate pathway). You’ll create an online account and obtain a national ID number.Cost: Approximately CAD 380

PEBC Document Evaluation:

After enrolling in the PGC, you must register with PEBC for document evaluation. PEBC will assess your Pakistani pharmacy degree and other professional credentials to determine if they are comparable to a Canadian-accredited pharmacy program (minimum 4-year undergraduate degree in pharmacy). You will need to submit certified copies of your documents, including your degree, transcripts, and proof of licensure from Pakistan. Your university will likely need to send documents directly to PEBC. Cost: Approximately CAD 715.

PEBC Qualifying Examination (Parts I & II):

This is the final step to obtaining your PEBC Certificate of Qualification. It assesses your competence (knowledge, skills, and abilities) to practice pharmacy safely and effectively in an entry-level pharmacist position.

Part I (MCQ): A multiple-choice question examination.

Part II (OSCE): An Objective Structured Clinical Examination, which assesses your clinical and communication skills in simulated patient scenarios.

You must pass Part I before being eligible to attempt Part II. You are generally permitted a maximum of four attempts for each part.
Cost: Part I (MCQ) approximately CAD 855; Part II (OSCE) approximately CAD 1,915.

Obtain PEBC Certificate of Qualification:

Upon successfully passing both parts of the Pharmacist Qualifying Examination, PEBC will issue you a Certificate of Qualification. This certificate signifies that you meet the national entry-level requirements for pharmacists in Canada

PHASE 2: Provincial Registration and Licensure.

Once you have your PEBC Certificate of Qualification, you will apply for licensure with the Pharmacy Regulatory Authority (PRA) in the specific province or territory where you intend to practice. While PEBC certification is national, each province has its own additional requirements.
Provisional Registration After completion of PEBC Qualifying Examination (Parts I & II),the Pakistani Pharmacist will be eligible to apply Provisional Registration and He/She will work under the supervision,the concept of a temporary or interim registration that allows you to fulfill the practical training requirements before full licensure is a standard part of the process for internationally educated pharmacists across Canada.

Choose a Province:

Research the specific requirements of the province you wish to practice in, as they can vary. Key provinces for pharmacists include Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba.

Meet Provincial Requirements: These may include:

Language Proficiency: Demonstrate fluency in English or French. Commonly accepted tests include IELTS (Academic) or CELPIP. Minimum scores are required (e.g., IELTS Academic overall 7.0, with no band less than 6.5 or 7.0 depending on the province).

Professional Liability Insurance: You will need to obtain professional liability insurance.

Practice Assessment: Some provinces may require a practice assessment (e.g., PACE in Ontario). Obtain Your Full license. Once you have successfully completed all provincial requirements and the PRA confirms all conditions have been met, you will be issued your pharmacist license.

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