Pharmacy Technology

Prepare for an exciting career in health care with Carrington College’s Pharmacy Technology program.
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Carrington Pharmacy Technology Program Details

Program Details

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Your education is an investment in your future, and Carrington College is here to help. We offer a variety of financial aid options, including federal, state, and private programs,  Sas well as student loans, grants, and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Each program has different requirements and application instructions. Our team is here to guide you through the options and application process.

Academic Cost

For complete information on current tuition costs, please see the Academic Catalog.

Carrington College’s Pharmacy Technology certificate program is available Online* and at 11 campuses in 5 states. To learn more about each location, explore their campus pages.

*Online certificate: All courses in this program are offered in an online format, except the in-person externship that is completed at an approved healthcare setting.

Carrington College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, 428 J Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814; 415 506 0234 an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation, including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at accjc.org.

For comprehensive information on Carrington College’s accreditation and approvals, visit carrington.edu/accreditation-and-approvals/.

The Spokane campus Pharmacy Technology program is approved by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy, P.O. Box 1099, Olympia, WA 98507 – 1099, 360 236 4700, hsqa.csc@doh.wa.gov.

Carrington’s Health Studies Associate of Science Degree program provides an opportunity for individuals to build on prior education to earn the educational credential that is often needed for advancement in the health and wellness fields.

The Health Studies AS Degree program is an online degree-completion option that offers students a broad base of general education course offerings that can be completed in as few as 7 months.  Visit Our Health Studies Page

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REAL WORLD SKILLS

With many classes to guide you, you’re certain to be prepared for your career.

START YOUR PATH

Earn your Certificate of Achievement.

FLEXIBLE LEARNING OPTIONS

Offered Online and at 11 locations in AZ, CA, ID, NM, and WA.

AFFORDABLE TUITION

Affordable tuition varies by program and location.

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Discover What It’s Like to Train to Become a Pharmacy Technician at Carrington College

Carrington Pharmacy Technology Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Pharmacy technicians fill prescription medications and dispense it to customers or health professionals.

What Will I Learn?

NERVOUS SYSTEM, ANTI-INFECTIVES AND RETAIL OPERATIONS THEORY

PRESCRIPTION PROCESSING, PHARMACY SOFTWARE AND PHARMACY CALCULATIONS THEORY

Check out our guide on becoming a Pharmacy Technician.

Are you interested in math, anatomy, physiology and health care? Would you like to find a career that combines these interests? Then pharmacy technology may interest you.

Pharmacy Technology FAQ

  • Depending on the program, you may be able to complete a Pharmacy Technology certificate program in under a year.

    The timeframe for becoming a pharmacy technician can vary by state and in terms of certification, licensure and the allowable scope of practice.1

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