Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant program at Allen County Community College is a two-to-four-year certificate program at this public institution in Iola, Kansas. The program prepares students to assist licensed pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, processing prescriptions, and supporting patient care in retail and institutional pharmacy settings.

Classified under CIP code 51.0805 in the allied health and medical assisting services field, this program is one of several health and technology-focused offerings at Allen County Community College. Related programs at the school include a shorter one-to-two-year Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at both certificate levels, and Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management. Students can expect coursework covering pharmacology fundamentals, pharmacy law, and practical dispensing procedures.