Help pharmacists by dispensing and assisting customers with their prescription medications.
Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists to dispense prescription medication. Depending on the position, the technician may fulfill a range of job responsibilities. Technicians may manage third-party billing, answer telephones, direct customers to items or to the pharmacist for medication consultation, receive written prescriptions, clean and sterilize dispensing bottles and instruments, answer questions regarding non-drug products and collect payments. They work in retail and hospital settings.
In our noncredit, short-term training pharmacy technician program, you will:
| DATES | COST | LOCATION | COURSE CODE |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Jan. 22-May 3 |
$1,300 |
Lecture — online, asynchronous |
CE 082 5001 |
The program cost is $1,300, including textbooks and supplies. Federal and state aid are not available to offset costs. A payment plan is available. Additionally, WIOA funding is available for those who qualify.
Interested applicants should fill out the Pharmacy Technician interest form. For additional questions, email program coordinator Melissa Gallagher at mgallagher1@kish.edu to schedule a time and day to discuss the program.
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