Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate program at Pima Medical Institute-Chula Vista is a one- to two-year credential offered by this private for-profit institution in Chula Vista, CA. The program trains students in pharmacy operations, medication dispensing, prescription processing, and pharmaceutical calculations under pharmacist supervision.

This program falls within the pharmacy technician field under CIP code 51.0805. Pima Medical Institute-Chula Vista also offers related programs including Medical/Clinical Assistant, Surgical Technology/Technologist, and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. Students can expect instruction in drug classifications, pharmacy law, inventory management, and the skills needed to pursue national pharmacy technician certification.