Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician certification program offers students both theoretical and practical training through hands-on experience. Classes meet two (2) days a week, for three (3) hours each session. Generally, the classes are held on a week night and Saturday mornings. The duration of the course is fourteen (14) weeks and includes preparation for the certification examination administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). In addition to 84 hours in the classroom, and homework study time, students are required to complete an 80-clock-hour externship experience in order to graduate from the program. The externship serves as working experience, as well as a reference for future employment.

Externship

After completion of the class portion of the program, our Class Coordinator will place students in a local pharmacy to gain hands-on experience vital for their success. The location of the pharmacy and the times worked will be based on where and when they can work. The externship is built around a student’s busy schedule and will be completed in less than four weeks. Once a student completes the externship, they will receive a certificate of completion from the college/university.