Cart

Item removed. Undo

British Columbia

CPBC Licensure Requirements

Requirement

Duration (Months)

Cost

Enrolment in Pharmacists' Gateway Canada

-

$380

PEBC Document Evaluation

2

$705

PEBC Evaluating Examination

4

$900*

English Language Proficiency

-

Varies

Application to CPBC

-

$535

Bridging Program

6

$13,250

Structured Practical Training

-

Varies

PEBC Qualifying Examination

4.5

MCQ: $845*

OSCE: $1,895*

Jurisprudence Examination

-

$335

Licensure / Registration

-

$973

TOTAL

16.5

$19,818

* Fee per attempt: Up to four attempts are permitted. Note: The total cost may vary depending on the number of attempts required for exams.




Financial Overview for IPGs

International pharmacy graduates aiming to practice as pharmacists in Canada must account for multiple fees at different stages, including enrollment, exams, and licensure. If additional education is needed, these costs must also be budgeted.

Breakdown of Licensure Costs:

  • Enrolment, Document Evaluation, and Exams: Fees are required at various stages, with amounts differing by stage and attempt.

  • Provincial Differences: Each province or territory in Canada may have different fees. Detailed fee schedules are available on each jurisdiction's “How to Apply” page.




Additional Expenses to Consider

  1. Education Costs:

    • Additional training may be necessary, such as language or pharmacy courses, which could involve fees for courses, tutors, or study materials.

  2. Examination Travel Costs:

    • Candidates from outside major Canadian cities may face travel and accommodation costs for exam attendance, particularly for overnight stays.

  3. Immigration Fees:

    • Immigration, if applicable, involves additional expenses. Further details are available on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website.

  4. Living Costs:

    • Living expenses in Canada vary widely by region and should be considered in the overall financial planning.


Follow us

On social Media