About
Pharmacy Technology Program's mission is to train students to work in retail & wholesale pharmacies, home health care & long term care facilities. Graduates will perform as pharmacy technicians under the pharmacist's supervision. Students become skilled in medications, prescription preparation, reconstitution & IV preparation. They learn to establish & maintain patient profiles, packaging & equipment, and perform administrative, communication, and inventory control duties. Clinical training is provided in all work environments. Upon completion, students will take the Pharmacy Technology Certification Examination (PTCE). Students receive hands-on experience using PioneerRx, a leading pharmacy software system. More information is available at https://www.pioneerrx.com. You must have a high school or GED/HiSET diploma, pass the Career Readiness & a satisfactory physical exam with all required immunizations. Students in this program are subject to drug testing and background screening.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 12 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,296 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $3,936.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $1,047.00 |
Program Credentials
Campus Locations
P.O. Box 614
1233 East College Street
Pulaski, TN 38478
Job Duties
Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.
Job Outlook
Bright Outlook: Yes
Currently employed in the area: 12,580
Current job openings per year: 1,170
Curriculum/Courses
Certifications
Books and Supplies Lists
Instructors
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