Become a Pharmacy Technician

Health care is a booming field these days, and pharmacy technicians are in high demand. In this course, you will explore the many jobs and career paths open to you if you become a pharmacy technician. You'll master the skills you need to get an entry-level position as a pharmacy tech or clerk in companies like Walgreens and CVS. Through this course you can also earn a Retail Pharmacy License which will give you a competitive edge.

What you’ll learn

  • Basic terms for medical conditions and anatomy
  • Skills you’ll need to read prescriptions and patient records
  • How common classes of drugs are made and how they work
  • Master the simple math that every pharmacy tech needs to know
  • How prescription pricing works
  • The important laws and regulations that govern pharmacies
  • The steps you can take to enhance your career prospects by becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Course Description

In this course, students will learn about the important laws and regulations that govern pharmacies. They will sharpen their communication skills, learn how to handle customers kindly and efficiently. Finally, they will explore the steps they can take to enhance their career prospects for becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).

Students who take/complete this course:

  • Will be prepared to work in retail pharmacy
    Can receive a Retail Pharmacy License certification
    Receive a YCCS Certificate of Completion
Course Information
  • Credit:Elective
  • Days:Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Timings:330-430p

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