Pharmacy Technician
Training Program
Program Overview
The Pharmacy Technician program is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to assume the role of a pharmacy technician. This is a dynamic program that combines focuses on instruction to build a foundation of knowledge and skill to prepared students to obtain licensure and meet industry standard job expectations. Instruction is delivered using a hybrid method combining in-person and on-line instruction.
Job Summary
Pharmacy technicians are important members of the pharmacy team who work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Their primary responsibilities typically include the following:
- Prescription Management
- Medication Dispensing
- Customer Service
- Administrative Duties
- Support for Pharmacists
Time to Complete:
Pharmacy Technician Program Details
Program Description
The Pharmacy Technician program is designed based on a well-balanced integration of theory and practical instruction in the fundamentals of pharmacy operations. The program consists of six course levels of classroom theory delivered on-line combined with laboratory instruction totaling 540 hours and an externship consisting of 240 hours in-person for a total of 780 hours.
The instruction is designed following a framework of theory and practical skills to meet eligibility requirements for licensing upon graduation. The program allows students to start at the beginning of any level and complete all levels to be eligible for placement on an externship rotation. Graduates receive a certificate upon successful completion of all graduation requirements.
Admission Requirements
In order to graduate from the Pharmacy Technician Program,
students must meet the below requirements:
- Complete enrollment application
- High school diploma or equivalent educational diploma (GED)
- Meet with an admissions advisor (virtual or in person)
Course Levels and Content:
Course Levels
Clock Hours
Semester Units
Career Outcome & More Information
Pharmacy Technician in California
- The data below shows the job market for Pharmacy Technician for the State of California.
- CNEI cannot guarantee employment, salary levels, or career advancement.
1. Salary Range
2020 median pay from BLS
2. Job Outlook
Average Growth Rate from 2019 – 2029
- Salary ranges reflect the 25th and 75th percentile for the occupation in California, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The salary ranges are not specific to students or graduates of CNEI. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location, and other factors specific to the individual. CNEI does not guarantee employment, salary level, or career advancement.
- Job Outlook: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm
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Pharmacy Technician Training Program – FAQs
Pharmacy Technician Training Program – FAQs
How can I become a certified Pharmacy Technician in California?
It’s a simple three-step process, but each step matters.
- First, complete a state-approved pharmacy technician training program.
- Next, register and pass the PTCE exam offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.
- Finally, apply to the California State Board of Pharmacy for your technician license.
Once approved, you’ll officially be recognized as a certified and licensed Pharmacy Technician in California.