PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
Points of Interest
- 12 Months
- Class Meets: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Estimated Cost: Summary Sheet
- Entry Level Pay: $12.50 per hour
- Program Requirements:
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Take the Wonderlic test
- Complete a physical exam with proof of immunizations
- FDLE background check and drug screen when requested
- Be able to stand for long periods, lift 40 pounds, work 6.5-8.5 hour shifts
- Possess manual dexterity, fine motor coordination and visual acuity sufficient to use and read syringes
- Program Director is a state-certified teacher and is a Registered Pharmacy Technician and PTCB certified. Program Instructors are Registered Pharmacy Technicians and are PTCB certified.
Core Content
- Learn medication names and reasons for use, review and fill prescriptions and medication orders, create IV products with aseptic technique, perform dosage calculations, utilize Pyxis system, learn and use professionalism skills in clinical site externships.
- Prepare for Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam national certification
Industry Certification/Licensure
Industry Certification/Licensure
Students take the following industry certification exam for the Pharmacy Technician Program:
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/prepare-for-college/students/career- search/profile/summary/29-2052.00
Program Success Statistics
|
Graduating Class |
% Certification Pass Rate |
% Gained Employment (Placement Rate) |
|
2016 |
88 |
93 |
|
2017 |
88 |
100 |
|
2018 |
86 |
86 |
Gainful Employment Information: Pharmacy Technician
Important Links:
Prior Criminal History, Discipline History, Health Care Fraud, or Health History:Prior Criminal History, Discipline History, Health Care Fraud, or Health History: http://www.floridaspharmacy.gov/licensing/registered-pharmacy-technician/
Occupational Outlook Handbook: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam (national): https://www.ptcb.org/
Florida Society of Health-System Pharmacists: https://www.fshp.org/
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists: https://www.ashp.org/
Florida Pharmacy Technician Registration Information: http://www.floridaspharmacy.gov/licensing/registered-pharmacy-technician/
Florida Pharmacy Technician Registration FAQs: http://www.floridaspharmacy.gov/registered-pharmacy-technician-faqs/
Statewide Articulation (Community Colleges in Florida):
There is no statewide articulation for this program at the current time.
Pioneer RX:
Our pharmacy program partners with PioneerRx, the top pharmacy management system in the industry. PioneerRx enhances our curriculum with a hands-on approach to learning that simulates the functions and workflow of today’s most innovative pharmacies. For more information, visit https://www.pioneerrx.com/. See how PioneerRx compares to other pharmacy software vendors at http://www.pharmacysoftwarereviews.com/.
Places of Employment for BTC Graduates
James A Haley VA Hospital
Walgreens
Florida Hospital
Wellcare
Aetna
Moffit Cancer Center
Memorial Hospital
St. Joseph's Hospital
Florida Cancer Specialists
Omnicare
Hoyes Pharmacy
Kindred Hospital
Tampa General Hospital
Trinity Medical Center
