Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate program at Austin Community College District is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Austin, TX. Classified under CIP code 51.0805 in the health professions field, this program prepares students for pharmacy technician roles by providing instruction in pharmaceutical terminology, medication dispensing, pharmacy law and ethics, and the operational aspects of retail and institutional pharmacy settings.

Austin Community College District also offers a shorter Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate at the one- to two-year level for students seeking a faster pathway into the field. Related programs at the school include Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician, Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician, and Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. Students can expect coursework covering drug classifications, dosage calculations, sterile compounding techniques, and pharmacy practice regulations.