Programme Overview
The Pharmacy Technician programme at SPACS prepares students to work alongside pharmacists in various healthcare settings. Our graduates are trained to assist with medication preparation, inventory management, customer service, and administrative duties while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.
What You'll Learn
Pharmaceutical Skills
- Medication dispensing procedures
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Drug classification and interactions
- Prescription processing
- Compounding techniques
- Inventory management
Clinical Knowledge
- Pharmacology fundamentals
- Medical terminology
- Anatomy and physiology
- Disease states and treatments
- Drug safety protocols
- Patient counseling basics
Professional Practice
- Pharmacy law and ethics
- Insurance and billing
- Customer service excellence
- Technology systems
- Quality assurance
- Professional communication
Programme Details
Duration & Structure
- Programme Length: 12-15 months
- Full-time study
- Classroom and laboratory training
- Pharmacy externship
- Certification preparation
Entry Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Mathematics proficiency
- Science background preferred
- Background check
- Health clearance
Career Opportunities
- Retail pharmacies
- Hospital pharmacies
- Long-term care facilities
- Mail-order pharmacies
- Insurance companies
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
Core Courses
Foundation Courses
- PHT 101 - Introduction to Pharmacy
- PHT 102 - Medical Terminology
- PHT 103 - Anatomy & Physiology
- PHT 104 - Pharmaceutical Mathematics
- PHT 105 - Pharmacy Law & Ethics
Clinical Courses
- PHT 201 - Pharmacology
- PHT 202 - Prescription Processing
- PHT 203 - Sterile & Non-Sterile Compounding
- PHT 204 - Pharmacy Operations
- PHT 205 - Clinical Externship
Professional Development
- PHT 301 - Customer Service
- PHT 302 - Insurance & Billing
- PHT 303 - Inventory Management
- PHT 304 - Quality Assurance
- PHT 305 - Certification Preparation
Hands-On Training
Laboratory Experience
- Prescription filling practice
- Compounding techniques
- Medication packaging
- Quality control procedures
- Technology systems training
Pharmacy Externship
- Real pharmacy environment
- Patient interaction
- Professional mentorship
- Workflow integration
- Career networking
Certification & Career Advancement
Upon graduation, students are prepared to:
- Take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam
- Obtain state licensure where required
- Pursue specialized certifications
- Advance to supervisory positions
- Continue education in pharmacy or related fields
