This certificate program is designed to provide students with the basic skills and knowledge to begin work as a pharmacy technician. The coursework will fulfill the requirements of the Board of Pharmacy and prepare students to take either the state examination or the national examination  administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. Trained, experienced pharmacy technicians who can demonstrate the right skills and knowledge should be able to pursue many exciting and respected career options or post-secondary study in the pharmacy field.

Occupation Opportunities

Pharmacy Technician

Medical Information Technologist

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Certification Opportunities

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Credits for this Program Include:

Pharmacy Technician I (1 Credit)

Pharmacy Technician II (2 Credits)

Preferred Aptitudes

Proficient in mathematics and sciences

Biology recommended