Program Code: PHT.S.STC • Credit Hours: 21-23
Description
This program prepares individuals to perform the technical and specialized skills of a pharmacy technician within retail, mail-order, hospital, nursing homes and home health care settings. The program is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of basic pharmacology, maintenance of patient records, drug-product preparation and distribution and record-keeping. A portion of this program will involve 80 hours of simulated lab and 210 hours of directed practice within a pharmacy. A state and federal background check will be required prior to starting the directed practice. A grade of “C” or better is required in all courses to complete the program. Upon completion of the program students may take the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Examination.
Accreditation
The Pharmacy Technician Program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists/Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ASHP/ACPE).
Career Opportunities
Pharmacy Technician in retail and mail-order settings, hospital pharmacies, nursing homes and home health care sites.
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