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Equip Yourself for Diverse Roles in Pharmacy with Comprehensive Education
Program Overview
Interested in a high-demand career that is growing faster in Idaho than the national average? College of Western Idaho (CWI), in partnership with CareerStep, offer you a gateway to this exciting field as a Pharmacy Technician. This program is not just about starting a rewarding career; it is about gaining knowledge and skills that will serve you for life.
In our flexible, online program, you will explore the essentials of pharmacy practice, including medication dispensing, pharmacy law, and patient interactions. With the convenience of self-paced study, you can complete this program in as little as four months, or take up to twelve months, fitting your learning around your schedule. You will graduate with the competencies necessary to excel in various pharmacy settings, ready to meet the needs of a growing healthcare industry.
Learning Opportunities
- Medication Dispensing & Pharmacy Practice: Learn to prepare and dispense medications accurately.
- Pharmacy Law & Ethics: Delve into the legal and ethical aspects crucial to pharmacy work.
- Interactive Patient Care: Develop effective communication and customer service skills for patient interactions.
- Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience through lab work and an externship in a community retail pharmacy like Walgreens.
- National Certification Preparation: Equip yourself with the knowledge to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Exam.
Area of Study
Minimum age requirement to start this program is 18.
Degrees & Certificates
Certificate of Completion
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Cost: $3,899
Career Opportunities
Postsecondary Teachers
1434
Annual Openings*
$35.69
Hourly Median Wage*
$74,235
Annual Median Salary
45.6%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
Pharmacy Technicians
Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.
291
Annual Openings*
$21.14
Hourly Median Wage*
$43,971
Annual Median Salary
16.31%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
*Data sourced from Lightcast™ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data. Career pathways may require further education beyond CWI.
Registration
STEP 1
- Review online training details including:
- a program overview and outline
- cost and payment options
- career information
- and more.
STEP 2
- Complete registration and payment through CareerStep.
Financial Information
Payment in full or satisfactory payment arrangements for Workforce Development classes are required at the time of registration. Payment and funding options are available.
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