Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy technicians work under the direction of a licensed pharmacist and perform technical and clerical duties in the pharmacy. Pharmacy technicians measure, mix, count out, label, and record medication dosages according to prescription orders.
Blinn offers day, night, and online course options for its 160-hour Pharmacy Technician Program. The program includes instruction in pharmacology, pharmacy law and regulations, sterile and non-sterile compounding, medication safety, quality assurance, medication order entry and fill processes, inventory management, billing, and information systems. Students who complete the program will be prepared to take the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
To enroll in the Pharmacy Technician Program, students must first participate in the mandatory healthcare information session listed below.
Pharmacy Technician students are eligible to apply for Duddlesten Foundation scholarships while funds remain available.
Program Highlights
The Pharmacy Technician Program curriculum is based on nationally recognized training, assessment, and certification standards set by the American Pharmaceutical Association. Courses are taught by faculty comprised of licensed pharmacists and healthcare professionals whose classes are structured to promote quality student-instructor interaction.
Program FAQ
A pharmacy technician works closely with a pharmacist to ensure the health and safety of their patients. They locate, dispense, pack, and label a prescribed medication for a patient that is then reviewed for accuracy by a pharmacist before dispensed to the patient.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national demand for pharmacy technicians is expected to grow 4% between 2019 and 2029, generating 15,200 new jobs nationwide. Pharmacy technician is ranked among the best careers in health care support, according to U.S. News & World Report and is ranked in the 100 best jobs overall.
Students are responsible for their own transportation to classes. The following links may help students coordinate their commute to Blinn College.
Parking and Transportation
www.blinn.edu/parking
Alternative Transportation
www.blinn.edu/parking/alternative.html
Handicap-Accessible Transportation
www.blinn.edu/disability/handicap-accessible-transportation.html
