| DESCRIPTION |
| The Pharmacy Technician program prepares individuals to prepare medications, provide medications and related assistance to patients, manage pharmacy clinical and business operations. The program includes instruction in medical and pharmaceutical terminology, principles of pharmacology and pharmaceutics, drug identification, pharmacy laboratory procedures, prescription interpretation, patient communication and education, safety procedures, recordkeeping, measurement and testing techniques, pharmacy business operations, prescription preparation, logistics and dispensing operations, and applicable standards and regulations. |
| CAREER CONNECTION |
License or Certification Information: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT). Students must be 18 years of age and within 60 days of high school graduation to apply to take the test and must obtain a fingerprint clearance card. For more information on the PTCB, visit www.ptcb.org. Students who successfully pass the PTCB exam can apply for a Pharmacy Technician License with the State of Arizona at pharmacy.az.gov.
Career Pathway: Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacist
Occupational Profile: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2052.00
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| PROGRAM & COURSE INFORMATION |
| Program Courses & Course Sequence |
Pharmacy Technician I - 1 semester - 1.5 credits
Pharmacy Technician II - 1 semester - 1.5 credits
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| Pre/Co Requisite |
6 high school credits (required) and a 2.0 GPA (recommended) |
| Length of Program |
2 Semesters |
| College Credit |
College credit may be available |
| ADE Program Standards |
https://www.azed.gov/cte/ps/ |
| Technology Requirements |
Computer access with Windows OS, Adobe Reader, webcam, microphone and anti-virus protection. |
| Supply Fees |
Year 1 - estimated supply fee $120
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Adult Tuition*
Blended Program
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Year 1 - $4,885.00
*This program does not qualify for Federal Financial Aid. Affordable payment plans are available. This program is not approved under COE Accreditation, and is not eligible for post-secondary credit.
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| Start Date |
End Date |
Days |
Times |
Campus |
| July 24, 2023 |
May 22, 2024 |
Monday - Friday, Daily (morning) |
8:00am - 10:35am |
Main |
| July 24, 2023 |
May 22, 2024 |
Monday - Friday, Daily (afternoon) |
12:00pm - 2:35pm |
Main |
Get started! Enroll in the EVIT Pharmacy Technician program.
For announcements and updates about the EVIT Pharmacy Technician program, text EVIT to 855-998-3848.
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