CNEI

Become a Pharmacy Technician

A structured, career-focused program preparing students for pharmacy certification and real-world practice. 

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Pharmacy Technician Program

We provide the education and training that Pharmacy Technicians require to meet licensure for entry-level Pharmacy Technician jobs.

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Why Choose CNEI

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The Pharmacy Technician program provides students the technical skills and professional knowledge to obtain licensing and meet the expectations of employers. It provides the support qualified professional instructors using structured learning approach that delivers the confidence to to enter and to thrive as a Pharmacy Technician.

Structured Training

Our program follows a clear, step-by-step sequence that helps students build pharmacy skills confidently while progressing through all course levels at a steady pace.

Lab Practice

Students acquire the skills and technical abilities through hands-on lab simulations that strengthen accuracy, safety, and competency in medication preparation and pharmacy procedures.

Externship Experience

We provide supervised externship placement in local pharmacies where students practice prescription processing, customer support, inventory tasks, and day-to-day pharmacy operations.

Exam Readiness

Our curriculum aligns with NHA, ExCPT exam competencies and California licensure standards, helping students prepare for certification with structured learning and practical scenarios and national certification.

Program Objective

Our Pharmacy Technician program prepares students in prescription processing, calculations, compounding, medication safety, and pharmacy operations that align with California licensing standards and preparing graduates for entry-level roles and national certification.

Course Details

Semester Units: 35

Program Length: 36 Weeks (Evening) – Total 780 Hours

Lectures Level 6 – 540 Hours

Externship Hours: 240 Hours Externship

Certification Prep: NHA, ExCPT

Format: On-Campus Training

Program Description

We deliver 780 hours of structured training through classroom instruction, lab simulations, and a supervised externship, giving students practical skills needed for California licensure and PTCE certification readines.

Who Should Enroll

This program is ideal for individuals who:

Requirements

In order to graduate from the LVN program, students must meet the below requirements:

Career Support

We offer job placement assistance including interview preparation, and support graduates enter their new roles as Pharmacy Technicians.

Have questions about your pharmacy career path? Call us today for guidance ( 760 ) 841 – 9701

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