The Course Includes

Theory:

History of Medicine and Pharmacy, Law and Ethics of pharmacy, Basic Anatomy and Physiology, classification of drugs/ pharmacology, basic sciences for pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, psychopharmacology, and Complementary Alternative Medicine. Skills: Calculations for pharmacy technician, dosage forms/ Route – Administration, Prescription processing, OTC Medications/ Skin Care Products, repackaging and compounding, Aseptic technique, pharmacy stock/ billing/ computers.

As a pharmacy technician, you will assist the pharmacist with mixing and packaging prescriptions, maintaining client records, and referring clients to the pharmacist. Students will get an overview of pharmacy law, ethics, and medical and pharmaceutical terminology. Students will accomplish the techniques required to stock, package, and prepare medications and will understand the federal or state laws governing a pharmacy.

The program will also provide the necessary information to pass the National Certification Exam. Pharmacy technicians can choose to become certified in their profession, which is a valuable component of their career.

Schedules Mornings Evenings Weekends
9:00am - 2:00pm 5:30pm - 9:00pm 9:00pm - 5:00pm
Mon - Fri Mon - Fri Sat & Sun
5 weeks 6 Weeks 8 Weeks
Course Fee: Books Fee: Registration Fee: Total:
$999.00 $170.00 $50.00 $1219.00

Prerequisites

  • Entrance Requirements for The New York Medical Career Training Center is a High School Diploma and General Education Diploma (GED).
  • A student who does not have an H.S. Diploma or GED must take the ABLE (Assessment of Basic Learning Abilities) test and score a passing grade.

Frequently Ask Questions

Pharmacy Technicians assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing customer service. They prepare prescriptions, handle medication orders, and perform administrative tasks related to patient care.

Yes, we have started providing online classes for pharmacy technician programs.

The duration to complete our Pharmacy Technician program varies based on the schedule you choose:

  • Morning classes: 5 weeks
  • Evening classes: 6 weeks
  • Weekend classes: 8 weeks

Select the program that best fits your availability and commitment level.

The salary of a Pharmacy Technician can vary based on location, experience, and the type of employer. On average, Pharmacy Technicians earn a competitive wage, with opportunities for advancement and increased earning potential.

Pharmacy Technicians can work in various settings, including retail pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and mail-order pharmacies.