Pharmacy and Pharmacy Technician Certification Colleges

The Pharmacy Technician program is a great choice if you want a prestigious, well-paying career. Medical advances, combined with our aging population, have created tremendous growth in this field. You'll learn dosage calculations, product recognition, and drug distribution systems. Major emphasis is placed on learning the trade and generic names of selected drugs and their classification. You'll also learn pharmaceutical and medical terminology including abbreviations and symbols used in prescribing, dispensing and charting. Basic anatomy and related pathological conditions are introduced. Learn more about what a Pharmacy Technician does.

National American University - Since its beginnings in 1941, National American University has been a cornerstone of higher education, keeping pace with the ever-changing advancements of technology, while holding onto core values that provide a caring and supportive environment for all students. NAU prides itself on providing a quality educational experience in a caring and supportive environment. We offer a wide variety of educational options, all based on the skills you will need to succeed after graduation. Whether you are interested in attending classes on-campus or online, you will become an important part of our university community. You will find that our instructors and staff are well qualified and experienced, and truly care about your success. Campus Locations: Overland Park, Kansas Bloomington, Minnesota Brooklyn Center, Minnesota Roseville, Minnesota Independence, Missouri Zona Rosa, Missouri Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, New Mexico Sioux Falls, South Dakota Associate Degrees • A.A.S. Pharmacy Technician

Remington College - What makes us different from other schools? Simply stated, we are a career college. This means that at Remington College, our classes and labs are structured to provide hands-on experience doing what you would do on the job. To that end, we meet with area employers on a regular basis to ensure that we are providing the type of training they are looking for in their future employees. In addition, we provide job placement assistance for our graduates and financial aid is available to those who qualify. We are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology, which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Campus Locations: Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport, LA; Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, TX; Memphis, Nashville, TN; Cleveland, OH; Largo, Tampa, FL; Little Rock, AR Diploma Pharmacy Technician Medical Assisting

Northwestern Business College - Founded in 1902, Northwestern Business College (NBC) is dedicated to helping career-oriented students just like you achieve personal and professional satisfaction. We offer personal attention from supportive faculty, as well as flexible class schedules designed to fit your busy lifestyle. NBC is committed to preparing you for a rewarding career, with over 24 fully accredited education programs. We offer innovative, hands-on training in the fastest-growing professions, where you’ll find a great deal of opportunity for growth and advancement. But career preparation at NBC does not end in the classroom. Our externship program allows you to pick up valuable on-the-job experience prior to graduation, and our Office of Career Development and Alumni Relations simplify your employment search with a 95% job placement rate. The Pharmacy Technician certificate trains students to accurately prepare and dispense medications, and work in a variety of home health care settings such as hospitals, retail, long-term care facilities, home health care agencies, clinic pharmacies, mail order pharmacies, and drug wholesalers. Campus Locations: Bridgeview, Chicago, Naperville • Pharmacy Technician Certificate

Allied College - Dedicated to both its students and the health care community, Allied College is based upon excellence in curriculum, staffing and equipment. The school firmly believes that training in small groups, combined with highly focused programs that meet the needs of today's health care professions, encourages and promotes student success. Allied College is committed to a "hands-on" approach that provides graduates with the knowledge and expertise that make them qualified for positions in the growing health care industry. Campus Locations: Fenton and St. Louis, MO Associate of Applied Science • Pharmacy Technician • Surgical Technology • Medical Assistant • Medical Billing & Coding

Allied Medical & Technical Institute - Are you ready to reach for your career goals? Allied Medical & Technical Institute offers qualified and caring instructors, specialized career training, and flexible day and evening class schedules. Study at one of our two campus locations in Pennsylvania, and choose from a variety of career-focused programs, including Medical Assistant, Medical Transcriptionist/Billing Specialist, Medical Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant, Massage Therapist and more. Campus Locations: Forty Fort and Scranton, PA Diploma • Pharmacy Technician • Medical Assistant Technician

American Career College - ACC provides the means for students to pursue a career oriented higher education. The available programs are geared toward the following careers pharmacy technician, medical assistant, medical biller/health claims exclaimer, optical technician, dental assistant, vocational nurse, computerized business specialist, and surgical technician. In most cases, students can complete a program in less than a year. Upon completing a program, students will have the skills needed to enter the job market. Campus Locations: Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, CA • Pharmacy Technician • Surgical Technology • Medical Assistant • Health Claims Examiner/Medical Biller

Apollo College - The Pharmacy Technician program at Apollo College provides the technical and practical training to allow you to work as an assistant to a licensed pharmacist in both retail and hospital settings. The program will provide you with extensive knowledge in pharmaceutical and medical terminology, abbreviations and symbols used in prescribing, dispensing and charting of medications and a working knowledge of drug trade and generic names as well as strengths, dosages, dosage forms and routes of administration. Reading comprehension, pharmacy mathematics, use of the calculator, and good verbal and written communication skills are functionally taught throughout the course. Upon completion of all classroom instruction and practical training, you will perform the skills you learned during a 260-hour externship in a hospital, retail pharmacy, or pharmaceutical distributor. Campus Locations: Albuquerque, NM; Boise, ID; Portland, OR; Spokane, WA; Las Vegas, NV; Mesa, Phoenix and Tucson, AZ • Pharmacy Technician

Berdan Institute - Looking to start a rewarding career in the rapidly growing healthcare field? The Berdan Institute can give you the skills, confidence, and hands-on training you need to succeed. Challenging, career-focused programs include Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Medical Coding and Billing, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technician and more. Campus Location: Wayne, NJ Certificate • Pharmacy Technician

Cambridge College - Dedicated to both its students and the health care community, Cambridge College is based upon excellence in curriculum, staffing and equipment. The school firmly believes that training in small groups, combined with highly focused programs that meet the needs of today's health care professions, encourages and promotes student success. Cambridge is committed to a "hands-on" approach that provides graduates with the knowledge and expertise that make them qualified for positions in the growing health care industry. Campus Locations: Beaverton, OR Associate Degree • Pharmacy Technician

Concorde Career College - With over 15 years in preparing adults for rewarding careers, Concorde Career Colleges is a recognized leader in training Health Care Professionals. Concorde Career Colleges offers short, manageable programs with day and evening classes to fit your busy schedule.Concorde Career Colleges is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT) and by ABHES and the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Campus Locations: Tampa, FL; Memphis, TN Diploma Program • Pharmacy Technician

Everest College - At Everest College, you will gain the career training and critical skills needed to start a rewarding career. You are assured of a valuable education that responds to the needs of industry. Bryman College continually evaluates and updates educational programs in such fields as Medical Assisting and Computerized Office Applications. Our instructors have the ability to motivate and develop your talents to their greatest potential, and get you ready for today's business world. Campus Locations: Alhambra, Anaheim, Los Angeles, CA; San Antonio, Austin, Arlington, Dallas, Fort Worth, TX; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Bremerton, Everett, WA; Detroit, MI; Atlanta, GA Diploma Program • Pharmacy Technician

High-Tech Institute - High-Tech Institute is an award-winning family of schools offering degrees in Technology, Health Care and Criminal Justice in less than two years. The real-world career training we provide equips students with the skills that today's employers are seeking. As a licensed pharmacist's assistant, you will help prepare prescribed medication for patients. Our training prepares you to retrieve, count, pour, weigh and measure the prescription medication. Prescriptions, which are checked by a pharmacist before being given to a patient, must then be priced and filed. You may also maintain patient profiles, prepare insurance forms, and stock and take inventory of medications. Campus Locations: Phoenix, Arizona; Beaverton, OR; Sacramento, CA; Las Vegas, NV; Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA; Minneapolis, MN; St. Louis, MO; Las Vegas, NV; Memphis, TN; Dallas, TX • Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Pioneer Pacific College - A highly focused, private career college that offers Bachelor degrees, Associate degrees, and diploma programs designed to prepare traditional and adult students to qualify for these jobs while earning valuable academic credit and credentials. We do this in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere of small classes, individualized attention, and lots of interaction among students, faculty, and staff. Financial assistance is available to those who qualify and an active career services office helps graduates identify and get that first great job. Campus Locations: Eugene and Springfield, OR • Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Western Career College - WCC allows students to pursue a higher education in numerous disciplines. Programs available are in the following fields: healthcare, massage therapy, pharmacy technology, veterinary services, criminal justice, design and visual arts, business, and information systems. Students may also select the education level that they desire such as a certificate, a diploma, or a degree. This college prides itself on preparing students for everyday careers through its hands-on training. Associate of Science Degree: • Pharmacy Technology Diploma/Associate of Applied Science Degree: • Dental Assisting • Medical Assisting • Surgical Technology

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