Learn to assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medication in retail and hospital
pharmacies, as well
as collecting patient information for prescription and billing. Because of advances
in the pharmaceutical industry, the demand for qualified pharmacy technicians is growing.
The program is designed to prepare students for employment in most pharmacy settings, ranging from retail, community and hospital pharmacies to home health pharmacy.
Students that want to pursue the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam would need to be employed as a pharmacy technician for 500 hours before being eligible to take the national exam.
Contact hours: 75 Hours
Textbook included in cost of tuition.
Student requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Completed MCC application
To apply
- Prior to enrollment, please complete the MCC admission application
- View the course schedule (type "healthcare" in the search box). When ready to enroll in the class, contact health care continuing education by filling out this inquiry form.
Careers
The U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics predicts that the need for pharmaceutical technicians will increase 5 to 6% from 2024 to 2034.
This program prepares you for a position in retail and hospital pharmacies, as well as positions involved collecting patient information. The curriculum aligns with national Pharmacy Technician certifications.
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