Classes start on March 10
Credits
24
Duration
8 months
Following the curricular sequence
The Pharmacy Technician Diploma trains students in the knowledge and competencies required by the profession. Students will apply their theoretical and practical knowledge in preparing, compounding, dispensing, and supporting the administration of a pharmacy’s operations. Graduates of this program will be able to perform as pharmacy technicians (upon licensure) in different public and private scenarios, such as institutional pharmacies (hospitals), community pharmacies, wholesale drugstores, and health insurance companies, among others under the supervision of the license pharmacist, in compliance with the laws and standards of the profession and the Florida Board of Pharmacy.
Outstanding Courses
- Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology for the Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- History, Law and Ethics of Pharmacy
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy Operations in the Retail and Hospital Setting
- Medical Calculations and Non-Sterile Compounding
- Medical Calculations and Sterile Compounding
- Pharmacy Technician Capstone
Possible Employment Opportunities
- Pharmacy Technician
- Pharmacist’s Assistant
- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
- Pharmaceutical Lab Assistant
Admission requirements
- High School Diploma or a recognized equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years old
Campus
*These examples are intended to serve only as a general guide of possible employment opportunities. There are many factors that determine the job an individual may obtain, and Florida Technical College cannot guarantee its graduates any particular job. Some positions may require a license or other certifications. We encourage you to research the requirements for the particular position you desire. Program availability varies by campus.
