Pharmacy Technician

Program Outcomes

Students who complete the certificate will be able to:

• employ basic knowledge of law and ethics as they pertain to a pharmacy setting;
• perform mathematical calculations used in filling prescription orders;
• apply appropriate medical terminology for a pharmacy setting;
• provide quality customer service through clear communication, sensitivity to customer needs, and maintenance of confidentiality;
• demonstrate knowledge of drug classifications and common drug interactions; and
• explore pathways and demonstrate preparedness for educational and career development in the student’s field of study.

Total Credits: 24

Required Courses

Courses are listed in the order in which we recommend you take them.

• INT 1050 - Dimensions of Self & Society
• MAT 1030 - Applied Math Concepts

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• CIS 1041 - Computer Applications

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• CIS 1430 - Spreadsheets

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• BIO 1140 - Human Biology
• AHS 1205 - Medical Terminology
• AHS 1520 - Introduction to Pharmacy
• AHS 2470 - Fundamentals of Pharmacology
• BUS 1370 - Customer Service

Note:

Background checks are common in healthcare fields. Those with prior justice system involvement are encouraged to research employment exclusions that may arise depending on role, employer, and/or licensing criteria.