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Pharmacy Technician

Vocational Certificate Program

This comprehensive 300-hour program prepares students to become Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhT).

The curriculum aligns with the syllabi of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the National Health Career Association (NHA). Preparation includes a blend of classroom/online instruction, supervised laboratory training, and a coordinated externship in a real-world pharmacy setting.

Duration
300 Hours Total
(160 Theory / 140 Externship)
Format
Hybrid
(Classroom, Online & Lab)
Prerequisite
Age 18+ & HS Diploma/GED

Admission Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Valid California ID and Social Security Number
  • High School Diploma, GED, or higher qualification
  • Basic Computer and Mathematics Skills
  • Negative TB skin test or chest X-Ray & Physical Exam
  • Live Scan fingerprinting clearance
  • Proof of Professional Liability & Medical Insurance

Class Schedules

Component Days & Times
Theory / Lab Mon & Wed
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Externship Coordinated Hours
(Scheduled at Externship Site)

Tuition & Fees

$2,500

Total Program Cost

Breakdown:
$200 Registration (Non-Refundable)
$2,300 Tuition

Certification & Licensure

Upon successful completion, students acquire the skills necessary to assist licensed pharmacists in dispensing medication. Graduates meet the training requirements of the California State Board of Pharmacy.

  • National Certification: Eligible to sit for exams by the PTCB, ICPT, or NHA.
  • State Licensure: Eligible to apply for a California State License to practice as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.


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Program Status

  • Enrolling: Yes / Open
  • Location: Watsonville Campus
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Questions?

Contact our admissions department for class schedules and tuition details.

(831) 786-0531 Monsbey@gmail.com