Pharmacy Technician
About Our Program:
Our program is designed to prepare students for employment as Pharmacy Technicians. The content in this program includes, but is not limited to:
- Metric system, medical terminology, medicinal drugs, pharmaceutical compounding, sterile techniques
- IV preparation, maintenance of inventory, initiation of purchase orders, receiving and checking supplies purchased, printing labels, typing prescription labels
- Delivery of medications, pricing of prescription drug orders and supplies, repackaging of unit dose packages
- Patient record systems, control records, data processing, and computer application
- Employability skills, leadership and human relations skills
- Health and safety, including CPR
- Insurance Billing
- HIPAA/Law
Admission Requirements:
- 16 years of age or older and not currently enrolled in any K-12 program
- Accredited High school diploma or GED
- Occupational Interest
- Background Check and Drug Testing may be required for externship
Program Structure:
This program consists of 1050 hours and is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of four (4) Occupational Completion Points (OCPs)
| OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| OCP A | Basic Healthcare Worker | 90 Hours |
| OCP B | Pharmacy Technician 1 | 360 Hours |
| OCP C | Pharmacy Technician 2 | 300 Hours |
| OCP D | Pharmacy Technician 3 | 300 Hours |
| Total Hours: 1050 | ||
This program is accredited with Florida Board of Pharmacy. Externship hours are extended for more hand-on experience with local pharmacies
Upon completion of the program, the instructor will provide a certificate to the student verifying that the requirements have been met. Completers who wish to work as Pharmacy Technicians in the State of Florida must register with the Board of Pharmacy (465.014 F.S.).
Full Program Completion:
- Completion of all program competencies
- Minimum basic-skills TABE® test: Math 11, Reading 10, Language 10; or
- National Certification Test (PTCB or NHA)
Employment Opportunities:
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Community Pharmacy Technicians
- Inpatient/Outpatient Pharmacy Technician
Salary:
The average wage for this career is $16.77 per hour or $34,880 annually.
Employment Outlook:
Employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 4% from 2020 to 2030.
Financial Aid:
Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. To apply, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at www.fafsa.gov. Visit the financial aid office for more information.
Program Hours:
| LOCATION | COURSE'S SCHEDULE | |
|---|---|---|
| South Dade Technical College 28300 S.W. 152nd Avenue Leisure City, FL 33033 (305) 247-7839 | Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | |
Gainful Employment Disclosure:
Pharmacy Technician
| This program is designed to be completed in: | 42 weeks | |
|---|---|---|
| Program cost if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. | In-state: $3,143.00 1,050 hours x $2.56= $2,688.00 Out-of-state: $11,217.50 1,050 hours x $10.25= $10,762.50 |
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| Fees $35.00 x 4 terms= $140 Insurance = $15 Books and supplies= $300 |
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| Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $ 0 of debt. | ||
| The following States do not have licensure requirements for this profession: Florida | ||
| For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions please click here: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/ | ||
Source
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Pharmacy Technicians, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm.
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