Pharmacy Technician
Duddlesten Foundation
Scholarship
Students pursuing the Pharmacy Technician Degree are eligible to apply for Duddlesten Foundation scholarships while funds remain available.
Pharmacy technicians work under the direction of a licensed pharmacist and perform technical and clerical duties in the pharmacy. Pharmacy technicians measure, mix, count out, label, and record medication dosages according to prescription orders.
Blinn offers day, night, and online course options for its 160-hour Pharmacy Technician Program. The program consists of three courses, and includes instruction in pharmacology, pharmacy law and regulations, sterile and non-sterile compounding, medication safety, quality assurance, medication order entry and fill processes, inventory management, billing, and information systems. Students who complete the program will be prepared to take the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
The Pharmacy Technician Program curriculum is based on nationally recognized training, assessment, and certification standards set by the American Pharmaceutical Association. Courses are taught by faculty comprised of licensed pharmacists and healthcare professionals whose classes are structured to promote quality student-instructor interaction.
To enroll in the Pharmacy Technician Online Program, students must first participate in a mandatory online healthcare information session.
Why Choose Blinn?
Blinn's Pharmacy Technician Program prepares students for careers in hospitals, pharmaceutical laboratories, mail-order pharmacies, and other pharmacy settings.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national demand for pharmacy technicians is expected to grow 4% between 2019 and 2029, generating 15,200 new jobs nationwide.
Pharmacy technician is ranked among the best careers in health care support, according to U.S. News & World Report and is ranked in the 100 best jobs overall.
Blinn students save thousands in tuition and fees and can apply for 300+ scholarships with a single application. See our affordability page for more info.