In addition to the 40 clinical practicum credits that are part of the program, students in the University of Ottawa PharmD program will develop, during their 4 years of study, all the competencies required for entry to the profession.

Program competencies and educational outcomes

These are grouped into the following 4 main areas:

  • Being a pharmacist (6 credits)
  • Pharmacy and access to medication (13 credits)
  • Pharmacy and patient-centred care (70 credits)
  • The pharmacist as health educator and promoter (15 credits)

See the complete list of courses  and the course sequences for this program.

Educational outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

  • Contribute to optimizing pharmaceutical services and care
  • Respond to the needs of the Francophone minority populations and communities they serve by advocating on their behalf for changes to the healthcare system
  • Contribute to the literature and knowledge generation on pharmaceutical practices, particularly in Francophone minority settings
  • Apply their expertise in pharmacotherapy to optimize pharmaceutical services and care in the healthcare system
  • Integrate the best evidence in pharmacy practice
  • Provide patient-centred care that takes into consideration the patient’s language and culture, particularly in the Francophone minority context
  • Ensure accurate product distribution in a safe and appropriate manner for the patient
  • Contribute to the evaluation and management of healthcare treatments and resources
  • Communicate responsibly and proactively to encourage autonomy and confidence
  • Work effectively with members of the healthcare team, including patients, pharmacy colleagues and other health professionals
  • Practise according to their field of practice and expertise
  • Ensure continuity of care for their patients with other professionals in order to promote the provision of safe care
  • Demonstrate leadership skills and a sense of initiative in the practice of their profession
  • Demonstrate workplace management skills and respond positively to challenges
  • Respond to patients’ health needs by advocating for them in the health system

You wish to get involved in the PharmD program?

We are actively recruiting adjunct faculty members. Find the application procedures here (pdf, 120.52 KB).

Course sequence

A curriculum map (PDF, 286 KB) is available to view the course stream. *Note that this document is only available in French. 

PharmD Program 

DurationUnitsLanguage
4 Years144French

The course stream below indicates which courses you need to take for your program and in which term you need to take them.

  • Below you will find: important steps to complete each year for the duration of your program.
  • Courses: the class search tool allows you to see when a course is offered.

Consult the catalogue for more information.

YearFallWinter

Spring-Summer

(Rotation)

1st Year
(37 course units)
  • PHM 1501
  • PHM 1503
  • PHM 1510
  • PHM 1502
  • PHM 1506
  • PHM 1516
  • PHM 1514
  • PHM 1511
  • PHM 1512
  • PHM 1507
  • PHM 1509
  • PHM 1504
  • PHM 1505
  • PHM 1513
  • PHM 1508
  • PHM 1515

Group A – April

  • PHM 1901

Group B – May

  • PHM 1901
2nd Year
(37 course units)
  • PHM 2502
  • PHM 2503
  • PHM 2510
  • PHM 2517
  • PHM 2511
  • PHM 2512
  • PHM 2513
  • PHM 2518
  • PHM 2506
  • PHM 2514
  • PHM 2515
  • PHM 2504
  • PHM 2508
  • PHM 2509
  • PHM 2505
  • PHM 2516
  • PHM 2507
  • PHM 2519

Group A – April

  • PHM 2901

Group B – May

  • PHM 2901
3rd Year
(35 course units)
  • PHM 3502
  • PHM 3507
  • PHM 3517
  • PHM 3508
  • PHM 3518
  • PHM 3509
  • PHM 3510
  • PHM 3503
  • PHM 3511
  • PHM 3513
  • PHM 3506
  • PHM 3514
  • PHM 3515
  • PHM 3519
  • PHM 3504
  • PHM 3520
  • PHM 3501
  • PHM 3505
  • PHM 3516
 
4th Year
(35 course units)
  • PHM 4901
  • PHM 4903
  • PHM 4902
  • PHM 4904
  • PHM 4905

Rotation :

  • PHM 4901
  • PHM 4903

April :

  • PHM 4902 (B)
  • PHM 4904 (A)

May (course) :

  • PHM 4501

Requirements

Before you can do rotations in clinical settings, you must ensure that you meet the following requirements:

  • Immunization: Your baseline immunization status must be kept up to date. You may be required to receive additional immunizations in order to access the various placement sites, to ensure your safety and that of patients, their families and other healthcare workers.

  • Criminal record check: You must provide a criminal record check. This process may be repeated during your years of study in order to access certain placement sites.

  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course: You must pass a CPR course prior to the start of your practical training. It is also your responsibility to keep your certification up-to-date throughout your academic career. Please visit the Ontario College of Pharmacists page for more informations

  • Registration with the Ontario College of Pharmacists: You must meet the student registration requirements of the Ontario College of Pharmacists in order to do your practical training.

Please visit the  Risk Management, Clinical Internship page for more informations and access the forms.  

Use of information technologies

Due to the anticipated extensive use of information technology in our educational program, all admitted candidates will be required to use a laptop computer in class on the first day of class. They will be allowed to use their own computer as long as it meets the requirements of the pharmacy program. More information will be provided in the offer of admission package.

Essential Skills and Attributes

Some skills and attributes are considered essential to succeed in the PharmD program and eventually to practice pharmacy. It is the responsibility of potential applicants to be aware of these so that they can make an informed choice regarding admission to the program.

Placement Sites

Our program includes 40 weeks of practical training, spread over 4 years of study. A variety of placement sites, most of them in Francophone minority communities, will be offered:

  • Placements in the greater Ottawa area and elsewhere in Ontario to fully understand the Francophone minority context
  • Placements in community pharmacy and hospital settings to develop all necessary skills for the practice of the profession
  • A professional exploration placement in the 4th year, allowing for observation of a specific field of interest
Pharmacy student in training, being explained a concept by her preceptor
Photo credit: Montfort Hospital

Partnerships

Our ambition is to train pharmacists capable of collaborating effectively with other health professionals, governmental and non-governmental health organizations, and healthcare establishments. Our program encourages interaction with other health professionals throughout your career. Whether you are developing your professional or research skills, you will benefit from the Faculty of Medicine's extensive network of partnerships, including the Office of Francophone Affairs.

Contact Us

PharmD

Pavillon Roger-Guindon
451, ch. Smyth, room 2011
Ottawa (Ontario)
Canada K1H 8M5

Email: [email protected]