Pharmacy Technician Program

The Pharmacy Technician Program trains students in technical tasks related to medication preparation and dispensing under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The 9-month hybrid course combines online coursework, weekly on-campus lab sessions (either Mondays or Wednesdays), and an off-campus clinical rotation. Students are required to attend a mandatory orientation on 8/14/25 (failure to attend may result in dismissal from the program). The clinical rotation takes place from January to April, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This program prepares students for the national pharmacy technician certification exam (CPhT) and eligibility to apply for State Certification with the SC Board of Pharmacy. Registration Requirements: · High school diploma or GED equivalency · Proof of math and English proficiency (math proficiency via a passing score on a pharmacy-specific math placement test or Accuplacer) · Students must be eligible for SC Board of Pharmacy registration as a Pharmacy Technician · Proof of vaccinations and titers: 2-step PPD, MMR, Tetanus, Hepatitis B (with titer), Varicella (or titer), Meningococcal, and Flu vaccine, emailed in PDF format to: <u>cheryl.watts@tridenttech.edu </u> Note: Applications for Scholarship enrollment will NOT be considered without the required documentation. Immunization FAQ’s · Proof of major medical insurance. · Criminal background check and drug screen (results may affect program completion or certification eligibility) If in question, please consult with the program manager at crystal.watts@tridenttech.edu. · Copy of Physical examination recorded on Student Health Record form. Application Process: 1. Complete the program/SC WINS scholarship application (must be an SC resident and not in default on any student loans). SC Wins Scholarship Application: <u>https://www.tridenttech.edu/ce/funding/workforce-pathways-scholarship.htm</u> 2. Attach a valid driver's license to your scholarship application and submit it via the Secure Document Upload portal. Secure Document Upload 3. After submitting your application, email all required documents in PDF format to: <u>crystal.watts@tridenttech.edu</u>. This includes: o High school diploma or GED o Major medical health insurance ID card and proof of coverage dates o Immunization records as listed in “Registration Requirements” above. Applications for Scholarship will NOT be considered without the required documentation. o Proof of math and English proficiency (instructions provided after application) 4. After document submission, you can be approved for enrollment. 5. Provide proof of SC Pharmacy Technician Registration at least one week prior to the start of class to avoid being dropped. Apply here: <u>https://llr.sc.gov/bop/techs.aspx</u> Student Costs: · Laptop with internet access, webcam, and microphone · Uniform: grey scrub top and bottom, clean athletic shoes for lab and clinical work · Vaccination and exam fees and health insurance · Care Learning modules · American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification · Professional liability insurance coverage

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