Purpose
To prepare students to assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing patient support.

Curriculum Coverage
⦁ Pharmacy law and ethics
⦁ Pharmaceutical calculations
⦁ Pharmacology
⦁ Prescription processing and compounding
⦁ Dosage forms and administration
⦁ Pharmacy software and inventory systems
⦁ OSHA safety standards

Certification Preparation
⦁ PTCE – PTCB
⦁ ExCPT – NHA

Career Opportunities
Retail/Community Pharmacy Technician; Hospital Pharmacy Technician; Compounding Technician; Inventory Specialist.

Salary Outlook
National Average (U.S.)

• Median Annual Salary: $43,460

• Hourly Wage Range: $17.00 – $24.50 per hour

• Top 10% Earn Over: $54,000 annually