Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate program at San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this private for-profit institution in Fresno, CA. Classified under CIP code 51.0805 in the health professions field, the program trains students in prescription processing, pharmacy operations, medication dispensing, drug classifications, and pharmacy law applicable to retail and institutional pharmacy settings.

San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno also offers related health programs including Medical/Clinical Assistant at both certificate levels, a longer Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate, and Surgical Technology/Technologist. Students in this one- to two-year pharmacy technician program can expect preparation for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination and entry-level employment in retail pharmacies, hospitals, or clinical pharmacy environments.