PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
Points of Interest
- 12 Months
- Class Meets: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Estimated Cost: (Hyperlink to Summary Sheet)
- Entry Level Pay: $12.50 per hour
- Program Requirements:
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Take the TABE 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
Students take the following industry certification exam for the Pharmacy Technician Program:
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam
Statewide Articulation (Community Colleges in Florida):
There is no statewide articulation for this program at the current time.
Places of Employment for BTC Graduates
James A Haley VA Hospital
Walgreens
Florida Hospital
Wellcare
Aetna
