Pharmacy Technology
Certificate
How Can We Help?
In just two semesters of full-time study – mostly online – you can get the training you need to become a Pharmacy Technician. You’ll be able to work alongside a pharmacist to help patients get their medications quickly and correctly.
About 85% of the program can be done online, and you’ll also have the chance to train in our brand-new Health Professions Center of Excellence. This includes access to the 1,596-square-foot shared Clinical Research and Pharmacy Lab. Plus, you’ll get 240 hours of hands-on clinical experience. Once you finish the program, you’ll be ready to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam®.
What You Will Learn
- How to fill prescriptions and medication orders while following quality control standards and staying within federal and state laws
- The ethical and legal rules around keeping patient information private in healthcare and community settings
- How to recognize the top 200 medications – both brand names and generics – and understand their classifications Explore more skills in our course catalog.
Explore more skills in our course catalog.
Program At a Glance
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Length of Program
2 semesters
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Study Methods
In Person | Online
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Title IV Financial Aid eligible
- This program has additional admission requirements
Support When You Need It
Not sure if this is the right path for you? Schedule an appointment with an advisor to:
- Discuss program options and pathways to a bachelor’s degree
- Learn about funding and financial aid
- Get personalized guidance to reach your goals
