Pharmacy Technician

As a student you will learn pharmacy operations, general medical conditions, and pharmaceutical dispensing that will set you up successfully for a career after graduation. APPLY NOW to become a Pharmacy Technician!

Program Description

The Pharmacy Technician program focuses on learning the abilities needed to assist the pharmacist and provides the skills necessary to process prescriptions accurately, participate in the administration and management of a pharmacy, and maintain inventory.

8 - month program
Small class sizes - 10 students a cohort.
Faculty provide quality, real-life experiences in the classroom and labs.
Externship opportunities are available at Tampa Family Health Centers and various clinical sites throughout Tampa Bay.
Graduates will earn a Pharmacy Technician Diploma
This program is licensed by the Florida Board of Pharmacy

curriculum

Course #	Course Title	Credit
Pharmacy Technician Common Core Courses
HSC0003	Introduction to Healthcare	3
PTN0084-001	Introduction to Pharmacy	3
PTN0085-002	Anatomy & Physiology with Terminology & Disease Process	3
Pharmacy Technician Clinical Courses
PTN0086-004	Pharmaceutical Calculations	3
PTN0086-005	Pharmacy Sterile and Non-Sterile Compounding and Lab	3
PTN0086-006	Pharmacy Drug Therapy and Treatment I	4
PTN0086-007	Pharmacy Drug Therapy and Treatment II	4
PTN0086-008	Administration and Pharmacy Law	1.2
PTN0086-009	Externship	10

requirements

Eligibility

Students interested in applying to a program must submit a completed application and follow these outlined requirements:

Students that are 16 years or older must provide an official high school or GED transcript.
Students are required to complete program application to Admissions by the program application deadline of September 1, 2023.
Online applications are available, and all applicants are required to upload the necessary documentation for consideration.

Cost

Application Fee (non-refundable): $50.00
Tuition Fees: $3,750.00

Application

Fall 2023: NOW OPEN!

Apply Now!

CAREERS As a pharmacy technician

The program is designed to prepare students with the skills for a career as a Pharmacy Technician in any one of the following opportunities:

Outpatient Care Centers
Hospitals
Pharmacies
Drug Stores
Grocery Stores

The job outlook for a Pharmacy Technician is projected to grow 5 percent from 2021 to 2031. About 43,500 openings for pharmacy technicians are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

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What Does a Pharmacy technician Do?

A career as a Medical Assistant is a versatile health career involving clinical procedures, administrative skills, and routine laboratory procedures. A Medical Assistant possesses the necessary skills to assist patients, nurses, and physicians. They are vital members of the healthcare team that fill both administrative and clinical functions. Though their job duties can vary, a medical assistant may conduct lab work, take vital signs, and promote healthy habits.