Pharmacy Technician

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Course Description

This 66-hour course prepares students to work under the supervision of a pharmacist. The course will focus on the foundational principles and concepts for successful participation in the pharmaceutical field. Topics include medications, federal requirements, patient safety, quality assurance, order entry, and order processing.

Topics include:

History of pharmacy
Customer service, professionalism, and communication
Pharmacology
Federal requirements
Patient safety and quality assurance
Order entry and processing
Pharmaceutical calculations
Medication compounding
Pharmacy inventory management

Funding Opportunities

Some CPE courses may be eligible for grants and scholarships on a limited basis. We encourage you to apply for funding to learn more about options that may be available to you. To apply, please complete the Scholarship Application form.

Contact us

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