48 Weeks
Available methods of delivery: Blended
The Pharmacy Technician graduate works with a licensed Pharmacist to provide optimal pharmaceutical care. Emphasis is on preparation to perform duties in a pharmacy setting. Entry-level retail pharmacy professional duties may include preparing and dispensing medications in accordance with standard procedures and laws under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, gathering data for pharmacists to use in monitoring drug therapy, transcribing and processing physician orders, maintaining patient profiles and medication records electronically, insurance reconciliation and billing of prescriptions, preparing bulk formulations and compounding, maintaining inventories of pharmaceutical supplies, and communicating effectively with patients and members of the health care team. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be eligible to take the National Pharmacy Technician certification. The curriculum in this short-term program is limited to basic skills; so graduates may need additional training and/or experience to qualify for some positions. The completion of this program could also be used as an opportunity to maintain existing employment or advance in a career.
Core Courses
Graduation Requirements:
A student must have an overall “C” (2.0) grade point average and satisfactorily complete all requirements. (See section in catalog entitled, “Graduation Requirements”.)
This program satisfies the educational prerequisites for professional licensure in this state. Additional information regarding professional licensure or certification requirements can be located on the college’s website at the following link: https://morgantown-ol.catalog.wvjc.edu/pharmacy-technician-program-disclosure-wvjc-morgantown
Upon program completion, graduates will be eligible to take the state licensing examination for Pharmacy Technician.