Why study pharmacy technology?
Studying pharmacy technology equips individuals with knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, drug classification, interactions, dosage forms, and compounding. Students learn to operate pharmacy equipment, assisting pharmacists in delivering safe medication therapy and contributing to the healthcare team.
See our Minimum Admission Requirements here.
Degrees & Certificates
Pharmacy Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Time to Complete:
2 years (or more, if part-time)
Schedule:
Evening classes, part-time option available
An associate degree in pharmacy technology equips you with essential knowledge and skills for a career as a pharmacy technician. Learn medication preparation, drug interactions, and patient care through clinical rotations. Graduates are prepared for the workforce or further education in pharmacy.
Pharmacy Technology
Diploma
Time to Complete:
One year (more if part-time)
Schedule:
Evening classes, part-time option available
Studying pharmacy technology and earning your diploma will provide a solid foundation for a career as a pharmacy technician. This program typically covers topics such as pharmacology, medication dispensing and patient communication, preparing graduates for entry-level positions in retail or hospital pharmacy settings.
Accreditation & Program Information
Forsyth Tech Pharmacy Technology Program is accredited by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP), 7272 Wisconsin Avenue Bethesda MD 20814 or www.ashp.org.
The mission of the Pharmacy Technology Program is to prepare graduates to competently function as Pharmacy Technicians in various pharmacy settings.
This program offers a variety of educational experiences in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings. The coursework will train students in the application of assisting the pharmacist in dispensing prescription medications. The Pharmacy Technology Program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
Graduates may be eligible to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam given by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
The completion rate average from 2021-2023 is 77%. The average PTCB Pass Rate from 2020-2023 is 61%.
Since 2021, 100% of our students have been employed upon graduation.
- Currently 20 new students are accepted to start each Summer.
- Students who meet the minimum English, Math, and Biology requirements are eligible to apply.
AAS Tuition: 69 credit hours : $5244
Textbooks and Fees: $1500 (estimate)
Scrubs and Lab Coat: $200-250
Calculator: $10
Flash Drive: $10
PTCB Certification: $129
View our technical standards for Pharmacy Technology in the link.
Technical Standards PDF$36,000
Average annual salary range
6.5 %
Job growth from 2018-2028
308
Job openings
Career Tracks
- 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
Get the education you deserve without spending your days worrying about how to afford it. Our financial aid team can help you chart a path to paying for college, including through debt-free grants and scholarships.
The Forsyth Tech Cares program supports students so they can succeed, including access to financial assistance, health services, and confidential counseling.
“My favorite thing about attending Forsyth Tech is having teachers who are supportive and want you to succeed. ”
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