PROGRAM BREAKDOWN

 

The Professional Pharmacy Technician program is an introductory course that is designed to teach students the fundamentals and particulars of becoming a pharmacy technician. This class introduces students to various pharmacy practice settings and covers drug classes, basic physiology, drug interactions and daily pharmacy operations. This program trains individuals to effectively assist in pharmaceutical preparations and complete daily required tasks in any pharmacy environment, although on the job training is still a part of pharmacy training. This course also is designed to introduce students interested in pharmacy to the basic concepts of pharmacy calculations. Students will have the opportunity to understand and practice math concepts and calculations needed to become a certified pharmacy technician.

 

105 – 300 hours (Hours vary on location)

• Designated hours pharmacy practice procedures and lecture

• Designated hours pharmacy calculations

• Designated hours externship

  • Not available in all locations

  • Offered as an add-on module or as part of program in some areas

  • Externships usually take place during normal business hours during the week (Example: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)