Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant program at Alvin Community College in Alvin, TX is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this public community college. The program is part of the pharmacy sciences field (CIP 51.0805) and prepares students to assist pharmacists in the dispensing of medications and the management of pharmacy operations in retail and institutional settings.

Alvin Community College offers a variety of health and technical programs alongside Pharmacy Technology, including Health/Health Care Administration, Culinary Arts, Drafting and Design Technology, and Welding Technology. Students in the Pharmacy Technician program can expect coursework in pharmacy law and regulations, drug classifications, prescription processing, compounding, and inventory management, providing preparation for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) and entry-level employment.