Pharmacy Technician
Career/Technical Certificate
Do you excel in math and science and find medicine and technology fascinating? Do you have strong attention to detail? Then we have the prescription for your career indecision. Become an essential health care worker as a pharmacy technician!
Support Patients Through Every Prescription
Why choose the Pharmacy Technician program at San Jac.
Help Keep Healthcare Moving
Pharmacy technicians are key players in healthcare. They help prepare medications,
manage prescriptions, and support pharmacists in busy settings.
Learn the Science Behind Medications
You’ll learn pharmacy calculations, medication safety, prescription processing, and
drug preparation. You’ll also see how pharmacies operate daily.
Explore Many Healthcare Career Options
As a pharmacy technician, you can work in many places. These include hospitals, specialty
pharmacies, clinics, long-term care facilities, and traditional drugstores.
Build Skills That Combine Accuracy and Patient Care
The program helps students build skills in organization, attention to detail, communication,
and technology. These skills are essential for supporting pharmacists and patients
daily.
Careers
Pharmacy Technician
$44,902
Opportunities
Graduates of the Pharmacy Technician program are able to work as technicians in:
- Hospitals
- Nursing homes
- Retail
- Insurance companies
- Home health care
- Public and government health agencies
Locations
Salary Source: Texas Wages
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Health Science Pharmacy Technician Pathway, AAS
Career/Technical
The Associate of Applied Science degree prepares you for an entry-level career. Get real-world experience by working clinical rotations at a local pharmacy. Our program will also arm you with the knowledge and skills you need to pass the National Certificate Exam to be credentialed as a certified pharmacy technician.
2 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this program in four terms.
Pharmacy Technician, Certificate of Technology
Certificate
The Certificate of Technology prepares you for the degree program, an entry-level career, or advancement in your current career. Learn the valuable skills and knowledge you need to pass the National Certification Exam to be credentialed as a certified pharmacy technician.
1 Year
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 32 credits for this certificate in three consecutive terms.
CAREER TRACKS
The content below shows a flowchart of the career tracks.
After San Jacinto College
Sounds great, but how do I apply?
Ready to take the first step toward an exciting future? It’s time to apply to San
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today.
Get the answers you need
Pharmacy technicians play a key role in healthcare by preparing medications and processing
prescriptions. Technicians also manage inventory and assist pharmacists. Plus, they
support patients in busy settings.
No. Pharmacy technicians work in many places. You can find jobs in hospitals, specialty
pharmacies, clinics, long-term care facilities, as well as retail pharmacies.
Absolutely! You'll get to learn prescription processing, medication preparation, pharmacy
calculations, inventory procedures, insurance processing, and medication safety practices.
Yes. Pharmacy technicians can answer questions, process prescriptions, and help with
medication pick-up. You'll also get to support patient care with pharmacists.
Pharmacy technicians use several tools daily. As a technician, you'll rely on pharmacy calculations, computer systems, prescription software, and medication records.
Of course. Many students pick pharmacy technology to gain healthcare experience. It
helps you develop technical skills and interact with patients in a real medical setting.
Definitely! The program gets you ready for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam
(PTCE). It also builds essential skills for pharmacy practice.
Support for your studies
At San Jac, you’re never alone. Our teams ensure you have the support you need to
achieve your academic goals.
