Pharmacy Technology (A.O.S.)

The 60 credit Pharmacy Technology Associate Degree Program is an instructional program that prepares students to support pharmacists in a variety of pharmacy-related duties including but not limited to maintaining patient profiles, preparing prescription for dispensing, data entry of prescription, insurance and patient information and various "front-end" responsibilities.

The program integrates theory and practice, combining classroom lectures in all areas of pharmacy technology with hands-on learning in our dedicated pharmacy laboratory and field experience through our comprehensive externship program.

Graduation from the program requires demonstrated competence in all areas of pharmacy technology including drug knowledge, legal/ethical mandates, administrative responsibilities, pharmaceutical compounding and prescription preparation. They must also demonstrate competence in procuring, storing, and issuing pharmacy materials and supplies, as well as maintaining files and records.

Before graduation, students receive preparation for and are eligible to take the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Employment opportunities for graduates include positions in community (retail, managed care), institutional (hospital, nursing home) or government (military, VA) pharmacies. Graduates may also pursue careers in pharmaceutical manufacturing and sales along with the health insurance industry.

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