Career Opportunities
This program prepares you to work in a pharmacy setting under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performing activities that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. Nationally, the median salary is $11.50/hour for certified pharmacy technicians, and $10.50/hour for non-certified pharmacy technicians. Certified pharmacy technicians can earn from $7.00 per hour to $20.00+ per hour, depending upon location and practice setting. The US Department of Labor has forecast over 36% job growth for pharmacy technicians by 2010.

Program Description
This certificate program is offered in one-semester (three courses). It provides instruction in basic pharmacy theories and is an important step toward national certification as a pharmacy technician. Learning experiences include lecture, lab, and clinical exposure in local pharmacies. To ensure success in this class, you should have a good knowledge of basic algebra and math formulas.

Program Requirements
Students are admitted into the program on a first come, first served basis. Students must have assessment scores of 62 in reading, 95 in English and 45 EA in math, OR, have successfully completed REA 060, ENG 090 and MAT 060. Students must also apply for admission to the program (through the Program Coordinator or the Administrative Assistant for the Health Professions Division) and pass a background check.  Additional requirements must be met prior to placement in a clinical setting. Applications are available in Mach for fall semester and September for spring semester.