General & Policies

Where is PharmAchieve located?

PharmAchieve's head office is located in North York, Ontario. We offer physical classes in 15 cities across 9 provinces, as well as online.

What is PharmAchieve's teaching philosophy?

We are a Baha'i-inspired organization founded on the ideal that 'work is worship.' We care deeply about course quality and student success. We utilize 'Mastery Learning' (turning weaknesses into strengths), a philosophy inspired by our co-founder's own journey to achieving high test scores.

Are your courses tax deductible?

Yes. As a Canadian Government-certified educational institution, we are authorized to issue the T2202 Tax Certificate for eligible courses. Our fees for PEBC prep courses are eligible for the Federal Tuition Income Tax credit.

Note: Question banks and Mock exams on their own are not courses, so are not eligible for a tax credit.

Is financial support available?

PharmAchieve does not offer direct financial support, but we work with organizations that do:

  • Windmill Microlending: Offers low-interest loans of up to $15,000 to newcomers. Visit windmillmicrolending.org/pharmachieve
  • Skills Connect: Offers grants to newcomers in British Columbia.
What is your refund policy?

Owing to the nature of our information products, our courses are non-refundable. Please see our terms and conditions for details.

Can I share my account with other students?

No. Our terms and conditions which all students must agree to as a condition of enrollment strictly prohibit sharing of accounts or course materials.

A PharmAchieve account is meant to be a lifetime account in which you complete courses that result in certificates that unlock legal rights to perform regulated acts such as injecting, prescribing, dispensing narcotics.

This also applies to our PEBC prep courses result in accredited certificates that are recognized by:

  • regulatory authorities (to unlock legal right to perform regulated acts)
  • provincial governments insurance plans (who authorize billing for regulated acts)
  • the PEBC (for authorizing a 4th attempt)

When an account is shared, it is uncertain who did the work, and the certificates must be cancelled.

Registration & Payments

How do I register?

You can register for all classes and offerings by visiting https://pharmachieve.com/register

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, American Express), Interac eTransfers, Cheque, Bank Draft, and Wire Transfers (a $25 fee applies for wires).

Can I pay in installments?

Yes, we offer 2-part and 3-part access plans but they are slightly more expensive (between 1.4 to 5% more over the same duration as paying in full in a single payment).

PEBC Prep

Which exams do I need to take?

It depends on your background:

- EE (Evaluating Exam): Taken by International Pharmacy Graduates (IPGs) only.

- MCQ (Qualifying Exam Part 1): Taken by both Canadian Graduates and IPGs.

- OSCE (Qualifying Exam Part 2): Taken by both Canadian Graduates and IPGs.

EE & MCQ Course Format
What is the format of the Instructor-led Course?

The course runs for 12 to 16 weeks with 4+ lectures per week covering 5 to 7 topics weekly. Notes and case studies are provided in advance. We focus on high-weight areas where students often make mistakes while covering the full syllabus.

What is the expected time commitment?

Students in the instructor-led class should expect to spend about 35 hours per week, split between lectures (10h), pre-reading (10h), self-study (6h), the Question Bank (5h), remediating weaknesses (3h), and calculations (1h).

I don't live in Canada. Can I still take the course?

Yes. The program is 100% online and designed for global access. You can participate from anywhere with a high-speed internet connection.

What if I cannot attend the live lectures?

All live lectures are recorded and posted to the website within 3 business days. You can watch these recordings an unlimited number of times. We provide access to both current and prior semester lecture videos.

How long is my course access?

Course access lasts for one 'exam season', ending on the day of the exam. If you do not pass, we provide a free extension for up to 3 exam seasons for the EE course, and up to 2 exam seasons for the MCQ course.

Early Registration Bonus: If you register within 45 days of an upcoming exam (e.g., 40 days before the January exam), those days are not counted against your access. Instead, your access will automatically extend through to the following exam (e.g., the March exam).

Can I initially buy the Question Bank and upgrade later?

Yes, but the upgrade costs more than buying the course upfront. Most students eventually upgrade, so we recommend signing up for the full course initially to benefit from the full curriculum.

How satisfied are your students?

In a recent survey, 94% of students gave us a perfect 5/5 score when asked if they were satisfied with the course, if they would recommend it to a friend, and if they would choose us again.

Evaluating Exam (EE) Specific
When are EE courses held?

We hold courses four times a year to prepare for specific exam dates:

- Late September: Prepares you for the January exam.

- Late October: Prepares you for the March exam.

- Late February: Prepares you for the June exam.

- Late June: Prepares you for the October exam.

My document evaluation is not complete. Can I still enroll?

Yes. You can enroll anytime. If you cannot take the immediate next exam, our free extension policy ensures you will still have access to materials when your document evaluation is complete.

Who teaches the EE course?

Our EE course is taught by a team of pharmacists who are specialists in their fields. Please visit our Faculty Page to view their bios.

Qualifying Exam Part 1 (MCQ) Specific
When are MCQ courses held?

We hold courses three times a year to prepare for specific exam dates:

- Early October: Prepares you for the February exam.

- Early February: Prepares you for the May exam.

- Early July: Prepares you for the November exam.

Who teaches the MCQ course?

Our MCQ course is taught by a team of pharmacists who are specialists in their fields. Please visit our Faculty Page to view their bios.

Qualifying Exam Part 2 (OSCE) Course
When are OSCE courses offered?

Courses are held every six months, approximately one month before the PEBC OSCE exam. Please consult our schedule for exact dates.

What is the cost of the course?

The cost varies by location (Toronto vs. Vancouver). Please visit our registration page for current pricing.

What is your 1-student/1-station policy?

We ensure we have as many stations as we have students. You will never share a station with another student, meaning the pharmacist assessor and standardized patient are solely focused on you.

Do you offer discounted accommodations?

We recommend using the Name Your Own Price feature on Priceline.com or Hotwire.ca. Students often secure 4-star downtown hotels for $80 to $105/night by specifying the region and star rating rather than a specific hotel name.

How far is the Toronto class from the airport?

Our North York location (near Hwy 401 & Leslie Ave) is about 20 minutes from the airport without traffic. We recommend allocating at least one hour for traffic.

Technical Requirements

What are the minimum system requirements?

Mac or PC with minimum 4GB RAM, Windows 10 or greater (or Mac equivalent), and an internet connection with minimum 30 Mbps bandwidth.

We recommend using an ethernet cable to improve your internet connection and to reduce wifi latency.

What if I experience connection problems?

Because we record and post all lectures online, you can review any portion you missed due to technical issues or review past lectures at your convenience.