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Steps to Becoming a Licensed Pharmacy Professional in Nova Scotia

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We’ve made it easier for pharmacy professionals from the US, Great Britain, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand to join us – no national competency exam (PEBC) or internship required! 


Career opportunities are abundant in a wide variety of practice settings. Whether it’s a community pharmacy, pharmacist-led clinic or a hospital – Nova Scotia has a place for you!

Learn more and connect with our career navigator at www.RxNS.ca

 

 

Steps to becoming a licensed pharmacist in Nova Scotia.

Step 1
Complete a Pharmacy program

To become a licensed pharmacist, you must complete a 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy.

However, if you are more interested in research or teaching you may pursue a Master of Science, post Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy, or other post-graduate study. 

Step 2
Complete practical training

Practical training and experience, under the supervision of a pharmacist is required. Practical training will likely involve 20 weeks of structured practice experience, and an additional 560 hours of unstructured practice experience.

Step 3
Register as a Pharmacist in Nova Scotia

Apply to register as a pharmacist in Nova Scotia. Please note the various options—as a Nova Scotian applicant, an applicant from another Canadian jurisdiction, or as an international applicant. For more information, the Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists provides detailed information