{"id":31071,"date":"2025-09-19T18:03:18","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T18:03:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=31071"},"modified":"2025-09-19T18:06:49","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T18:06:49","slug":"pebc-pharmacy-technician-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-pharmacy-technician-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam: Eligibility, Syllabus, and Preparation Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-black ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-pharmacy-technician-exam\/#Key_Points_to_Remember\" >Key Points to Remember<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-pharmacy-technician-exam\/#Who_Needs_to_Take_the_PEBC_Pharmacy_Technician_Exam\" >Who Needs to Take the PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-pharmacy-technician-exam\/#Exam_Structure_Two_Key_Parts\" >Exam Structure: Two Key Parts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-pharmacy-technician-exam\/#Eligibility_Requirements_in_Brief\" >Eligibility Requirements in Brief<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a 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href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-pharmacy-technician-exam\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_the_PEBC_Pharmacy_Technician_Exam\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"31071\" class=\"elementor elementor-31071\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-411f7b2a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"411f7b2a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-362ba203 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"362ba203\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3930c69c sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3930c69c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Key Points to Remember<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eligibility: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian grads need accredited programs; international grads require document evaluation.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Parts of the Exam: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam was designed with two parts\u2014Part I (Multiple Choice) and Part II (OSPE).<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Syllabus:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It includes professional practice, drug distribution, product prep, and health promotion.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fees: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sum of CAD 695 is required for the assessment of credentials and CAD 1,535 for the exams.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Licensing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Certification along with provincial registration = full pharmacy technician license.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam is a national qualifying examination that confirms that pharmacy technicians are at par with the practice standards in Canada. Thus, the exam is a big step to the local pharmacy technician license in Canada, no matter where the candidates have studied.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The article describes the requirements, the test format, the curriculum, the fees, the licensing route, and the preparation strategies for your success.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Who Needs to Take the PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pharmacy examination board of Canada (PEBC) is a must for each and every candidate that desires to work as a pharmacy technician in Canada. First of all, a pharmacy technician program which is CCAPP accredited has to be completed by a graduate of Canada before undergoing the examination. In addition, graduates from abroad have to be checked by PEBC through their Document Evaluation process to confirm their qualifications and education correspond to the Canadian requirements.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, all candidates need to comply with the PEBC identity verification criteria when enrolling, irrespective of the route. Receiving the certificate is a confirmation that you are sufficiently competent to work in any community, hospital, or industry pharmacy in Canada.<\/span>\n\n<iframe title=\"From Punjab to Canada | All About PEBC Exam 2025 | Pharmacist Licensing Guide for Canada\" width=\"1260\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e0CL0Dwhu2E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Exam Structure: Two Key Parts<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Pharmacy Technician Qualifying Exam is a two-part exam that separates the assessment of knowledge and practical skills.<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Part I \u2013 MCQ:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It is a computer-based multiple-choice exam. The exam evaluates the candidates&#8217; knowledge, calculations, and decision-making skills through questions related to pharmaceutical practice which is the safe dispensing of drugs and the care of the patient given.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Part II \u2013 OSPE: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Objective Structured Performance Examination (OSPE) is the second component of the interactive stations format. Candidates engage in activities such as prescription verification, sterile product preparation and patient communication. Assessors rate the skills through accuracy, communication, and professionalism.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These two exams together are the most effective way to guarantee that pharmacy technicians have the necessary knowledge and skills for their jobs.<\/span>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\" \n     style=\"background-color:#ffcc00; color:#000; padding:15px 25px; \n            font-size:18px; font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; \n            border-radius:8px; display:inline-block;\">\n   \ud83d\udc49 Join the PEBC Preparation Course Now  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Eligibility Requirements in Brief<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Graduates from Canada:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The requirement is that they have to finish a pharmacy technician program that is accredited in Canada.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Candidates from abroad: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First of all, they have to get their documents evaluated by the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada to ensure that their qualifications are appropriate before they can apply.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Additional qualifications: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The applicant should be 18 years of age or older and have a photo ID issued by the government at the time of registration.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This method is a certification that only those who fulfil educational and professional criteria can advance to the qualifying exams.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC Technician Syllabus (Exam Blueprint)<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC blueprint is the plan that supports what the exam covers. Besides technical accuracy it also verifies professionalism and communication skills.<\/span>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Domain<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Weight<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Focus Areas<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional Practice<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethics, pharmacy law, teamwork, communication with patients and healthcare teams.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drug Distribution<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription verification, accuracy checks, dosage calculations, compounding.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Product Preparation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aseptic technique, sterile\/non-sterile compounding, labeling, product safety.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Promotion<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient counseling support, medication safety and public health roles.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The candidates have to get ready for theoretical questions (MCQ) as well as practical tasks (OSPE) in order to be fully aware of the syllabus.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC Tech Exam Fees<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The costs for the exam vary according to the background of the candidate.<\/span>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Exam Component<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cost (CAD)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document Evaluation (international candidates only)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">695<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qualifying Exam \u2013 Part I (MCQ)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">350<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qualifying Exam \u2013 Part II (OSPE)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,185<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall cost for candidates from abroad: approximately 2,230 Canadian dollars (document evaluation also included). Moreover, expenses will be made on study materials, travelling and prep courses.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Pharmacy Technician License in Canada<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just being successful at the <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\">PEBC examination<\/a> does not qualify you as a pharmacy technician. The following must be done by the certified individuals:<\/span>\n<ol>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They should be registered with the pharmacy regulatory authority of their province or territory.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A jurisprudence exam, which tests knowledge of the local pharmacy law, should be taken for any set of regulatory laws.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submit proof of proficiency in the language of instruction (English or French).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a pharmacy technician in Canada, after you have done these four steps, you are officially awarded your license to practice.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Why the PEBC Exam Matters<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC exam is the means through which it is made sure that all pharmacy technicians are up to the same high standards across Canada. It tests not only the candidates&#8217; theoretical knowledge but also their practical skills, such as correct dispensing and good communication with the patient. This standard certification system is the foundation for ensuring patient safety and establishes confidence among the public in the profession.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, it is a pass for foreign applicants to a flourishing medical sector career in Canada.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Preparation Tips for Success<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective preparation for the test can be the deciding factor between a failure and a success. The following are essential strategies:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Study the Blueprint: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concentrate on high-weight areas like drug distribution and product preparation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Practice MCQs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Increase your accuracy and confidence through the use of pharmacy-specific question banks.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Simulate OSPE Stations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pretend you are counseling the patient, checking the prescription, and doing compounding under the timed condition.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Review Canadian Standards:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Learn about local pharmacy laws and guidelines to be prepared for both OSPE and licensing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use Prep Courses: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The online pharmacy technician courses in Canada are designed to provide structured learning, practice exams, and the guidance of an expert.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time Management:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Discover how to organize your time \u2013 MCQ tests require that you are quick, while OSPE allows only short, pointed answers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Career Path After Licensing<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Canada, technically trained and certified pharmacy workers are highly demand. Some of the usual career paths in pharmacy include:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Community Pharmacies: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing medications, patient care, pharmacist assistance.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hospital Pharmacies:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sterile product compounding, inventory control, clinical team work.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Industry &amp; Research:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Jobs in drug production, quality assurance, or training.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The salary usually varies from 50,000 to 70,000 Canadian dollars per year, based on the province and the level of experience. Less populated areas may give more money to attract workers.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Elite Expertise Course: What It Offers<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Structured Curriculum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 The study involves both Evaluating Examination and Qualifying Examination (MCQ + OSCE) with the content being covered in a clear and organized timeline.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Practice Exams &amp; Sample Questions <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 The practice exams have the same format as PEBC\u2019s real exam to help build confidence and find the weak areas.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Expert Faculty Support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 The instructors are the ones who are familiar with the pharmacy standards in Canada and PEBC expectations.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Focused Study Resources<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 Topical notes, practice questions, and review sessions that are specifically designed for the most important topics.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flexible Learning Options<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 You have the option to study through live sessions and recorded materials which allow you to study at your own pace.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pharmacy Technician Exam of PEBC is the standard test that sets the level of acceptable competencies for pharmacy technicians across Canada. The exam, which consists of two parts, a detailed curriculum, and clear requirements for eligibility, allows only competent professionals to be hired in the field.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through an effective preparation, utilizing authentic materials, and engaging an online tutor for better understanding, aspirants of this exam can be at ease while sitting for the exam. Achieving success at the PEBC along with completing provincial registration, enables one to have a career that is not only stable, relatively well-paid and respected but also as a pharmacy technician in Canada.<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7f74ddd elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"7f74ddd\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fe134cc sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"fe134cc\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea24ff2 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"ea24ff2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"max-width:800px; margin:auto; font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n  <h2 style=\"text-align:center; color:#D69E33; font-size:26px; margin-bottom:20px;\">\r\n    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam\r\n  <\/h2>\r\n  <style>\r\n    .accordion {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n      color: #fff;\r\n      cursor: pointer;\r\n      padding: 14px 18px;\r\n      width: 100%;\r\n      border: none;\r\n      text-align: left;\r\n      outline: none;\r\n      font-size: 16px;\r\n      transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\r\n      margin-bottom: 5px;\r\n      border-radius: 4px;\r\n    }\r\n    .accordion:hover {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n    }\r\n    .active-acc, .accordion.active-acc {\r\n      background-color: #005F87;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel {\r\n      padding: 0 18px;\r\n      background-color: #F9F9F9;\r\n      display: none;\r\n      overflow: hidden;\r\n      border-left: 3px solid #0073AA;\r\n      border-radius: 0 0 4px 4px;\r\n      margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel p {\r\n      margin: 12px 0;\r\n      color: #555;\r\n      line-height: 1.5;\r\n    }\r\n  <\/style>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">1. Who conducts the Pharmacy Technician Exam in Canada?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The exam is conducted by the <strong>Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">2. Who is eligible for the PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Canadian graduates from accredited programs or international graduates who have completed document evaluation are eligible.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">3. What are the two parts of the PEBC Tech Exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The two parts are Part I: MCQ and Part II: OSPE.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">4. What is the PEBC technician syllabus?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>It includes professional practice, drug distribution, product preparation, and health promotion.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">5. How much does the PEBC Pharmacy Technician Exam cost?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The cost is around CAD 1,535 plus CAD 695 for international document evaluation.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">6. What is the passing requirement?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Candidates must pass both the MCQ and OSPE parts to qualify.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">7. Is passing PEBC enough for a license?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>No, you must also register with your provincial pharmacy regulatory authority.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">8. What salary can pharmacy technicians expect in Canada?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Pharmacy technicians can expect to earn between CAD 50,000 and CAD 70,000 annually.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">9. 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