Pharmacy Technology
Diploma
Time to Completion:
One year (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
- Pharmacology
- Medications
- Pharmacy law
- Inventory management
- Drug interaction
- Compounding
- Dosage calculations
- Dispensing.
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
HUM 115: Critical Thinking
A 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 120: Pharmacology I
Credit Hours: 3
BIO 163: Basic Anat & Physiology
ACredit Hours: 5
PHM 125: Pharmacology II
RCredit Hours: 3
PHM 132: Pharmacy Clinical
Credit Hours: 2
PHM 133: Pharmacy Clinical
Credit Hours: 3
PHM 140: Trends in Pharmacy
Credit Hours: 2
PHM 165: Pharmacy Prof Practice
Credit Hours: 2
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)
- Pharmacy Technician
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Patient Advocate
- Medical Assistant
- Patient Coordinator
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103