Pharmacy Technology Program (A55280P)

PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY AAS PROGRAM (A55280P)

APPLICATION PERIOD IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE CONTACT THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR DIRECTLY FOR ADMISSIONS CRITERIA.

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It's a great time to be a pharmacy technician...

A career in pharmacy gives you the opportunity to be a part of one of the fastest growing fields in health care. Pharmacy technicians work closely with pharmacists to help ensure that patients have the medications they need.

A pharmacy technician works closely with pharmacists in hospitals, drug and grocery stores, and other medical settings to help prepare and distribute medicines to  patients. In many pharmacies, technicians:

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  • Screen prescription orders for accuracy and completeness;
  • Prepare prescriptions--retrieve, count, pour, weigh, measure, and sometimes mix the medication;
  • Perform calculations;
  • Prepare medicines used to treat cancer;
  • Assist in the management of investigational drug studies and;
  • Use technology to help maintain accurate patient records, prepare and package medications, and place orders.

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    The Role of a Pharmacy Technician

    So You Want to be a Pharmacy Technician

    Program at a glance:

    • Program details: prepares individuals to assist the pharmacist in duties that a technician can legally perform and to function within the boundaries prescribed by the pharmacist and the employment agency.
    • Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree
    • Program length: 5 semesters
    • Admission Cycle: Fall semester
    • Method of Instruction: Classroom/online instruction and hands-on, practical experience
    • Program Contact: Donna Bowrey, RPh at 704-330-6432 or donna.hortonbowrey@cpcc.edu

     

    Frequently Asked Questions:

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    Course Descriptions:

    Pharm Tech Admission Packet

    FOR MORE INFORMATION…

    http://www.pharmtechinfocenter.com

    http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos325.htm

    www.ptcb.org

    http://www.pharmacytechnician.com