Pharmacy Technician
CertificateThe Pharmacy Technician certificate program prepares students for immediate placement in the field. Comprehensive training is provided to instruct students in the basics of pharmacology, human biology, medical terminology and modern ethical practices. Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to take the national certification exam for pharmacy technicians.
"SCC has given me the opportunity to find a career I’m passionate about, and the qualifications to be hired before I even graduate. At 29, I got my certification on my time, with help from the most supportive staff ever. My life is permanently changed for the better because of this school."
-- Jessica Sturmfels, graduating class of 2019
The Pharmacy Technician certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in a variety of businesses and industries that include:
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Pharmacy Aides
Students will be introduced to general office skills that allow a graduate to develop a skill-set that includes excellent:
- Communication
- Organization
- Written Expression
- Time Management
| FIRST SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| BIO150 | Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology | 4 | $0.00 | $796.00 | $796.00 |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| HSC150 | Pharmacology for Health Services | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| HSC211 | Medical Terminology | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| SCI-ELEC | Program Elective | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| Subtotal: $3,184.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
| SECOND SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| BUS102 | Introduction to Business | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| CSC115 | Computer Applications | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| ENG202 | Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| ETH200 | Ethics in the Modern World | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| HSC238 | Certification Review for Pharmacy Technicians | 3 | $0.00 | $597.00 | $597.00 |
| Subtotal: $2,985.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
Total Program Cost: $6,169.00*
* - Tuition is based on the current in-county rate.
** - Elective tuition and fees may vary depending upon actual course selection.