Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate program at Central Arizona College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Coolidge, AZ. The program falls within the health professions field under CIP code 51.0805 and prepares students to assist licensed pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and performing administrative tasks in pharmacy settings.

Within the pharmacy technology field, this program provides foundational training aligned with entry-level technician roles in retail, hospital, and clinical pharmacy environments. Central Arizona College also offers related health and technical programs including Medical/Clinical Assistant at the same certificate level, as well as vocational programs such as Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation, and Recording Arts Technology/Technician. Students interested in healthcare careers may find the Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate a complementary pathway at the same institution.