Pharmacy Technician
This course is designed to provide the student with career opportunities in outpatient, inpatient or retail settings. Lab classes are designed to enable students to compound extemporaneous preparations both efficiently and accurately. Students receive hands-on experience using computers for ambulatory services. Upon completion of the course, students are assisted with their applications to the pharmacy board and national certification examination. Job placement assistance is available to all graduates of this program. Cost of uniforms, insurance, and drug screening are included in the material fees.
Prerequisite: Students must have a High School Diploma or equivalency before enrolling. Student will be required to submit a copy of High School Diploma or equivalent or GED certificate to enroll.
Certification Exam (PTCE) Preparation Class: This two-week class will prepare the student to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. Prerequisite: Must be in the focus class of Pharmacy Technician or have completed the Pharmacy Technician program.
42 Week Program / 1260 Hours
Initial Materials Fee: $2,350
Cost of books: $518 (Cost may vary)
Total approximate cost: $2868
Classes in:
- Rx Medical Terminology I & II
- Pharmacy Math I & II
- Pharmacy Computer Technology
- Pharmacy Practice for Pharmacy Technician I & II
- Institutional Rx Lab for Pharmacy Technician I & II
- Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technician
- Externship (6 weeks)
Required Orientation & Assessment
Every Wednesday 8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
Please bring your picture ID.
NO CHILDREN PLEASE.