Pharmacy Technician
Your Pathway to a Vital Career in Health Care
As a Pharmacy Technician, you will play a key role in keeping patients safe and healthy. Working alongside licensed pharmacists, you’ll help prepare, package, and deliver medications, while also supporting the smooth operation of a pharmacy. This career allows you to work in a variety of settings—such as community pharmacies, nursing homes, hospitals, and more—giving you flexibility and opportunity in your future.
Our program is designed for students who want to develop both hands-on technical skills and professional confidence so they can enter the workforce ready to make an impact.
What You’ll Learn
In our Pharmacy Technician program, you’ll gain experience in both clinical and administrative responsibilities, including:
- Preparing new prescriptions and refill requests
- Dispensing medications according to prescriptions or provider orders
- Packaging and labeling medications
- Processing insurance claims and handling billing
You’ll also learn:
- Pharmacology & pharmaceuticals – understanding how medications work
- Pharmacy standards & regulations – ensuring safety and compliance
- Prescription interpretation – reading and understanding medical orders
- Infection control – keeping patients safe
Why Choose Clara Barton’s Program?
- Real-World Training – Learn from experienced instructors in a hands-on environment.
- Industry Preparation – Be ready to meet the demands of today’s fast-changing health care field.
- Certification Opportunities – Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to take the ExCPT (Certification of Pharmacy Technicians) and/or the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) exam.
- Career Ready – Graduates are prepared to work in pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and more.
Your Future Starts Here
By the end of the program, you’ll have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to begin a career as a Pharmacy Technician or continue your education in the health professions. This is more than a program—it’s your first step into a rewarding career where you make a difference every day.