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Pharmacy Technology
- Credits: 60
- Degree Type: A.A.S.
- Campus: East Grand Forks
Program Overview
The Pharmacy Technician works as an assistant to a Registered Pharmacist, assisting or relieving the Pharmacist in routine technical and clerical duties and functioning in strict accordance with standard written procedures and guidelines under the supervision of the professional Pharmacist. A.A.S. graduates have enhanced potential for upward progression in the career of Pharmacy, as the general education component gives the student a well-rounded foundation of knowledge. Students, using their own laptop computers, learn how to access patient profiles, input drug orders, and print prescription labels. They learn how to fill prescriptions and aseptic technique for intravenous drug admixture in the College's state-of-the art teaching lab.
Employment
The significant change in the health care delivery system has created excellent job opportunities for the Pharmacy Technician. Graduates are employed in hospital, retail, or related industrial settings.
According to CAREERwise, the median hourly pay as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of Minnesota is $16.07 per hour. The employment outlook through 2024 is expected to grow approximately 6.2%, a high-growth career.
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Program Course Listings
View semester course schedule order by campus: East Grand Forks
REQUIRED COURSES |
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| Course # | Course Name | Credit(s) |
|---|---|---|
| CPTR 1104 | Intro to Computer Tech | 3 |
| HLTH 1106 | Medical Terminology | 2 |
| PHRM 1001 | Fund Concepts of Pharmacy | 1 |
| PHRM 1002 | Pharmacy Calculations | 2 |
| PHRM 2001 | Pharmacy Prin/Prac I | 4 |
| PHRM 2002 | Pharmacy Prin/Prac II | 5 |
| PHRM 2004 | Professional Prac/Law | 3 |
| PHRM 2010 | Experiential/Hospital | 3 |
| PHRM 2012 | Experiential/Retail | 3 |
| SSCI 1101 | Human Relations | 3 |
| BIOL 2221 | Microbiology | 3 |
| BIOL 2252 | Anatomy & Phys I | 3 |
| BIOL 2254 | Anatomy & Phys II | 3 |
| CHEM 1020 | Intro to Chemistry | 4 |
| ENGL 1111 | Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1110 | College Algebra | 3 |
| PSYC 1105 | Intro to Psychology | 3 |
| SPCH 1101 | Intro to Public Speaking | 3 |
| G6: Human/Fine Arts Elec | 3 | |
| MN Transfer Curriculum Electives | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS: | 60 | |
Program Specific Requirements
- MATH 0080 or an Accuplacer score of 50 or highter must be completed before entering any PHRM courses.
- Completion and approval for clinical participation of the Minnesota Department of Humans Services Licensing Division Background Study and fingerprinting (cost approximately $10) prior to enrollment in PHRM courses. Completion and approval for clinical participation of a National Background Study through Castle Branch. Cost $45.75 first year, $26 second year (if needed).
- All required courses for the program must be completed with a grade of C or better.
- Completion of the College Health Screening & Immunization information requirements through Castle Branch (cost $35) prior to enrollment in PHRM courses.
- Refer to the Program Handbook for time limits on transfer of technical and general education credits and for specific program progression policies.
PLEASE NOTE
- Health and Human Services students must comply with both Minnesota law and clinical facility requirements related to immunizations and background screenings.
- Students who do not comply with the required health and immunization requirements may not be permitted to attend clinical which WILL affect program progression and completion.
Why Choose NCTC?
Northland Community & Technical College is more than just an education; it's an experience. When you take that experience out into the real world, you discover that it works! Whether you're looking for a stepping stone to a four-year degree, hands-on training to jump-start your career, or something in between - you'll find it here.
Program Accreditation
Northland Community & Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The program is accredited by the American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists.
Program Faculty
- Danika Johnson
- Pharmacy Technology Instructor / Program Director
- Campus: East Grand Forks
- Tel: (218) 793-2568
- Toll Free: 1.800.959.6282
- danika.johnson@northlandcollege.edu
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