Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate program at El Paso Community College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in El Paso, TX. The program prepares students to work alongside licensed pharmacists in retail, hospital, and clinical pharmacy settings, covering topics such as drug dispensing, medication labeling, inventory management, and pharmacy law and ethics.

This program falls within the health professions field under CIP code 51.0805, which focuses on pharmacy technician and assistant training. El Paso Community College also offers a shorter one- to two-year Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate for students seeking a faster path into the field. Other programs at the college include Electrician, System Networking and LAN/WAN Management/Manager, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, and Baking and Pastry Arts, providing a range of vocational options across health, trades, and culinary fields.