Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

California Nurses Educational Institute, a private for-profit school located in Palm Springs, CA, offers a Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate program designed for completion in one to two years. The program prepares students to assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing pharmacy operations, and maintaining accurate patient records.

This program falls under CIP code 51.0805 in the pharmacy technology and assistance field. Students receive training aligned with the requirements for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination. Graduates are prepared for employment in retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, and other health care settings throughout California and nationally.