Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technicians work under the supervision of licensed pharmacists
to perform technical and clerical duties in the systematic operation of
the pharmacy. Pharmacy technician’s duties may include compounding
medicinal drugs, preparing and labeling medicines, filling bottles and
capsules with the correct quantity of medicine, issuing medicines to the
customers, maintaining inventory, and keeping patients’ medication
profiles in specified records or forms.
Work
Environment:
Employment is found a variety of pharmacy settings, including retail,
mail order, and hospital pharmacies
Job Outlook:
Job opportunities are expected to be good, especially for those
with certification or previous work experience.
Licensure/Certification:
Completion of the course prepares students to take the Pharmacy Technician
Certification test.
Salary:
Average annual salary range is $20,000-$45,000.
Program Offerings:
The Pharmacy Technician Program is a 72 hour course (12 weeks)
designed to teach students the fundamentals and particulars of
being a pharmacy technician. The program is geared towards a variety
of students including those interested in becoming pharmacy technicians,
pre-pharmacy students, or those with a healthcare background looking
to strengthen their current skills. 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 crucial part
of the educational process.
The Pharmacy Technician course is offered at several colleges. For more information contact:
Chandler-Gilbert Community College: Continuing Education Department at 480-732-7080
Estrella Mountain CC : Community Education at 623.535.2800
Phoenix College: Program Director at 602-285-7998
Scottsdale Community College: Program Director at 480-423-6795
Or visit:
http://www.cgc.maricopa.edu/academic-affairs/cte/cont-ed/Pages/cont-ed.aspx
http://www.pc.maricopa.edu/cte/pharmacy.htm
http://www.scottsdalecc.edu/workforce/pharmacy_technician_course.html
http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/pharmacy.asp
A recognition of completion is awarded at the end of the course.
Block Transfer for Health Professions:
Not applicable
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