Pharmacy Technician

MISSION

The purpose of the Pharmacy Technician program is to provide learning experiences which enable graduates to obtain basic competencies needed for employment as a Pharmacy Technician in either the hospital or retail setting.

DEFINITION (PHARMACY BOARD)

A technician is an individual who, under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the performance of activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of a pharmacist. Technicians must be appropriately trained for functions performed.

ACCREDITATION

The Pharmacy Technician program is accredited by the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP) through the Tennessee Pharmacists Association.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Application: Applicants must meet all requirements below to be placed on the waiting list.

1. Must be 18 years of age to apply
2. Education: H. S. transcript or GED scores
3. Admissions Test: Plato Fast Track pass 10th grade Reading and Math level.
4. Health: Proof of Rubella immunity, Negative TB skin test.

COST OF TRAINING

The estimated cost of training is $1,908. This includes textbooks, supplies, personal items, liability insurance, and quarterly fees (tuition).

ENROLLMENT AND TRAINING SCHEDULE

Classes begin in January and July

Classroom schedule: 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Monday through Friday

Clinical schedule: determined by clinical site

LENGTH OF COURSE

• Four Quarters (1296 clock hours)
• Classroom instruction 816 hours
• Clinical instruction 480 hours

CURRICULUM CONTENT

• Pharmacy Operations
• Math Calculations
• Interpersonal Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Sterile Products
• Pharmacology (Basic and Advanced)
• Computer Science
• Pharmacy Practice
• Third Party Reimbursement
• Clinical Training (Hospital and Retail)

For More Information Contact:

Arnold Spivey - Instructor Phone - (615) 425-5564 ASpivey@ttcnashville.edu