Pharmacy Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Time to Completion:
2 years (or more, if part-time)
Schedule:
Evening classes, part-time option available
What You’ll Learn
Studying pharmacy technology at Forsyth Tech prepares you to excel in healthcare and medication management. With the rising demand for prescription drugs and intricate medication regimens, pharmacy technicians play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and healthcare quality. Gain the knowledge and skills needed for a fulfilling career that makes a meaningful impact.
Outcomes
- Preparation for National Certifications: PTCE, CSPT, NHA
- Knowledge and Skills: Comprehensive Training
- Patient Care: Medication Support
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Teamwork Skills
- Industry Familiarity: Pharmacy Operations
- Professionalism: Ethical Practice
- Advancement: Career Growth
- Job Marketability: Enhanced Employability
- Continuing Education: Further Studies
Curriculum & Class Schedule
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Disclaimer line: This is a suggested list. You will consult with an academic advisor to develop your exact curriculum, based on your interests and any credits you may already have obtained prior to arriving at Forsyth Tech.
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
PHM 110: Introduction to Pharmacy
Credit Hours: 3
PHM 111: Pharmacy Practice I
RCredit Hours: 4
PHM 115: Pharmacy Calculations
Credit Hours: 3
PHM 118: Sterile Products
RCredit Hours: 4
PHM 120: Pharmacology I
Credit Hours: 3
PHM 140: Trends in Pharmacy
Credit Hours: 2
Select one:
COM 120: Intro Interpersonal Com (Global)
A U GCredit Hours: 3
COM 231: Public Speaking (Global)
A U GCredit Hours: 3
ENG 115: Oral Communication
Credit Hours: 3
PHM 125: Pharmacology II
RCredit Hours: 3
PHM 132: Pharmacy Clinical
Credit Hours: 2
PHM 134: Pharmacy Clinical
Credit Hours: 4
PHM 165: Pharmacy Prof Practice
Credit Hours: 2
Select one:
BIO 163: Basic Anat & Physiology
ACredit Hours: 5
BIO 168: Anatomy and Physiology I
ACredit Hours: 4
BIO 169: Anatomy and Physiology II
A RCredit Hours: 4
MAT 143: Quantitative Literacy
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
: Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
ACredit Hours: 3
Select one:
PSY 118: Interpersonal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
PSY 150: General Psychology (Global)
A U GCredit Hours: 3
PHM 150: Hospital Pharmacy
RCredit Hours: 4
PHM 155: Community Pharmacy
Credit Hours: 3
PHM 160: Pharm Dosage Forms
Credit Hours: 3
PHM 136: Pharmacy Clinical
Credit Hours: 6
PHM 265: Professional Issues
RCredit Hours: 3
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
- Retail/Hospital Pharmacy
- Sterile or Non-Sterile Compounding Technician
- Medication History Technician
- Controlled Substance and Diversion Specialist
- Auditing and Compliance Technician
- Patient Advocate
- Medication Assistant
- Investigational Research
- Nuclear Pharmacy Technician
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