Pharmacy Technician/Assistant

The Pharmacy Technician/Assistant certificate program at Wichita Technical Institute is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this private for-profit institution in Wichita, KS. Classified under the health professions field (CIP 51.0805), this program prepares students to assist licensed pharmacists in dispensing medications, processing prescriptions, and managing pharmacy operations.

Wichita Technical Institute offers several related programs that students may also consider, including Medical/Clinical Assistant, Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder, and Network and System Administration/Administrator. The college additionally provides certificates in Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician and Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician. Pharmacy technician coursework typically covers pharmaceutical terminology, drug classifications, prescription processing, inventory management, and applicable regulations.