The Pharmacy Technician diploma program provides students the opportunity to learn the basics of drug interactions,
medical abbreviations, and patient communication. Training also includes a background in anatomy and physiology, and
courses in Microsoft Office as well as health care law and ethics. In addition, an externship is required so students receive
additional hands-on experience in a pharmacy practice site.
Pharmacy Technician graduates work in retail and non-retail pharmacies. This can include the town pharmacy, major
pharmacy chains, grocery stores, a hospital or health care setting, or a mail-order pharmacy.
Pharmacy Technician program graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam offered by the
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).