PEBC TECHNICIAN QUALIFYINGÂ EXAM
COURSE
Part I MCQ Overview
Exam Administered by the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada
Upcoming Exam:
Apr 3, 2024 (Part I MCQ)
Apr 6, 2024 (Part II OSPE)
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Our multiple choice questions feature a combination of knowledge and application questions, with a detailed explanation for each correct answer. Such feedback is important so you can learn as you go.
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Knowledge questions are simple to read and answer. These questions often require memorization.
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Application questions utilize knowledge to solve more difficult case-based problems. These questions often require thorough reading and understanding.
Our multiple choice questions are tailored to the nine NAPRA competencies in the examination blueprint, which include:
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Competency 1: Ethical, Legal and Professional Responsibilities
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Competency 2: Patient Care
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Competency 3: Product Distribution
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Competency 4: Practice Setting
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Competency 5: Health Promotion
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Competency 6: Knowledge and Research Application
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Competency 7: Communication and Education
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Competency 8: Intra and Inter-Professional Collaboration
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Competency 9: Quality and Safety
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ABOUT THE EXAM: MCQ OVERVIEW
The PEBC Qualifying Exam is a registration requirement for pharmacy technicians in Canada. The exam tests for knowledge and skills expected by an entry-level pharmacy technician, and consists of two parts - Part 1 (multiple choice) and Part 2 (OSPE). The exam is based on the nine pharmacy technician competencies outlined by NAPRA, each with assigned weightings and pass level. The exam is offered twice per year.
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The multiple choice portion of the Qualifying Exam consists of 150 questions as follows:
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120 of which are graded questions and 30 of which are pretest questions (not counted towards grading, but may be used for future exams)
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These questions are organized into two sets of 75 questions each, and 100 minutes are allotted for each section.
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For more information on the PEBC Technician Qualifying Exam, visit the PEBC website here.
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75 more questions and 12 OSPE cases added in 2023
Our full qualifying exam course includes a total of 825 multiple choice questions and 12 OSPE cases!
BONUS: prescription checking set, drug indication practice set and medical device counselling guide

PEBC TECHNICIAN QUALIFYING EXAM COURSE
Each PEBC MCQ set contains 75 questions and a detailed answer key. That's a total of 825 questions! Visit Plans & Pricing for more details.