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50-Week Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist program.

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In-Person, Hybrid

Schedule

Morning / Afternoon / Evening / Weekend

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Monthly

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Graduate as a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist (PMT) in 50 weeks!

The global pharmaceuticals market is rapidly growing, assuring a promising career outlook for aspiring Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologists. If you are precise, good at following instructions, and have a knack for operating equipment, consider career training for this expanding field.

As a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist, you will be:

  • Responsible for the oversight, production, documentation, and quality control for making pharmaceutical drugs
  • Create and follow strict processes when producing dose-sensitive medication
  • Maintaining good manufacturing practices, troubleshooting equipment
  • Ensuring sanitary conditions
  • And more

Invaluable Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist Skills

The Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist sector is exploding, with high demand for skilled labour. So much so that employers are coming straight to Oxford College’s program to recruit our graduates. Oxford College’s intensive Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist program is specifically designed to bring you complete, hands-on training. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical drug development and manufacturing. You will learn how to:

Operate electronic or computerized control panels from a central control room to monitor and optimize physical and chemical processes for several processing units

Control processes start-up, shutdown, and troubleshooting

Monitor outside process equipment

Adjust equipment, valves, pumps, and controls, and process equipment

Authorize or co-sign maintenance work orders

Shut down, isolate, and prepare process units or equipment for maintenance

Sample products, perform tests, record data, carry out statistical process control on process operations, and write production logs

Develop operator procedures for normal operation, start-up, or shutdown of unit

Participate in safety audits and programs, and provide emergency response

Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations

You may also be called upon to rotate between different processing units during shift cycles as well as train other workers and co-lead with supervisory responsibilities.

Many Unique Benefits

  • Our innovative programs have achieved success in developing students for professional careers in the pharmaceutical and allied industries.
  • The Institute is equipped with fully functioning GMP compliant laboratories and plants.
  • We address the needs of the pharmaceutical industry through industrial training focused on specific departmental needs.
  • You can become an expert in: Innovation in Research and Development, Quality Standards and Regulatory Compliance, Accessibility of Medicines and Medications, and Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange
  • A Diploma from Oxford College can lead to a variety of career opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry, including roles in research and development, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing.

Train in State-of-the-Art Facilities

The term “state-of-the-art” gets thrown around a lot, but we really mean it! Our modern facilities are truly clinical grade. Here, you’ll train in laboratory equipment, the same technology you’ll encounter when you enter the field. Learning in a professional environment on this machinery gives you the first-hand experience and confidence that you need to excel when you enter an actual workplace lab.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist annual salary*

$58,240

Median Annual Salary*

90%

Employment Rate*

  • Graduates hired by pharmaceutical, biotechnology & medical device industries
  • Practical, hands-on training through Oxford’s fully equipped Medical Lab
  • Advance into Pathology, Clinical Chemistry, Immunology and much more!

*Employment Rate based on 2022 contactable Oxford College graduates employed in a related field within 12 months.
*https://www.jobbank.gc.ca

Flexible Program Options

Wish to start a new career but have conflicting priorities? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. At Oxford College, we offer flexible class schedules including Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Weekend sessions. We also offer flexible learning options (Online, Hybrid and In-person) for many of our programs.
For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!

Countless Career Opportunities

Graduates are employed in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices, food, cosmetics, natural product, and nutraceutical industries.
Upon completion of the program, you may find employment as:

  • Pharmaceutical Production Technician
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician
  • Process Validation Technician
  • Compounding Technician

Program details

Be career-ready in under one year with Oxford College’s Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist Diploma Program!

Get the skills and hands-on training you need to pursue opportunities in a variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food, cosmetics and more.
During the program, you will learn about good manufacturing practices, quality control, packaging, sterilization, equipment maintenance and more. As a result, you will have the skills to manage production schedules, weigh components, contain contamination, sample products, do preliminary testing and record data.
Our flexible start dates allow you to start the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist Diploma Program as soon as you’re ready. You will learn from instructors who are experienced in the field and provide career-focused training in a small, supportive classes. You will also have access to our ongoing career services, which includes resume and cover letter writing assistance, job search strategies and networking tips.

Upon successful completion of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology program requirements, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the necessary knowledge, teamwork ability and laboratory skills required to begin a career as an entry-level technician in pharmaceutical and related research, institutional, and commercial enterprises.
  • Demonstrate basic laboratory safety skills and knowledge as pertains to chemistry and pharmaceutical laboratory environments.
  • Communicate effectively through oral, written, and technological means to support good laboratory operation and outcomes.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of modern analytical instrumentation used in the pharmaceutical industry and related industries such as GC-MS, HPLC, FT-IR, TOC analyzer, UV/Vis and Fluorimetric Spectrophotometers.

Course Listings: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technologist

  • GEES 106 – Essential Skills I: Communication Skills
  • GEES 107 – Essential Skills II: Financial Skills
  • GEES 108 – Essential Skills III: Career Skills
  • PHWS 106 – WHMIS & Laboratory Safety
  • PHSC 106 – Pharmaceutical Science
  • PHGM 106 – Good Manufacturing & Lab Practice
  • PHMB 106 – Pharmaceutical Microbiology
  • PHIM 106 – Intro to Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • PHRA 106 – Pharmaceutical & Regulatory Affairs
  • PHDR 106 – Documentation & Report Writing
  • PHMM 106 – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Methods
  • PMGT 106 – Granulation Technology
  • PMCT 106 – Compression Technology
  • PMTC 106 – Tablet Coating
  • PMCA 106 – Capsulation
  • PMPT 106 – Packaging
  • PHRE 106 – Final Review & Employment Preparation

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary Student Diploma (OSSD) OR
Mature Student Status with Wonderlic

Why Choose Oxford College?

Career-Focused Education

All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you superior fast-track education

Expert Instructors

Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff, who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training

Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training

Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs making travel easy and conveniences accessible.

Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time

Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process

Testimonials

“ Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career. “

-Abdelgadir Gadam, Oxford Graduate