Pharmacy Technology, Advanced Certificate

College(s):

Malcolm X

Program Code: 0254

Program Requirements

Required Program Core
BIOLOGY 116Introduction to Anatomy And Physiology4
PHAR TC 101Pharmacology Allied Health4
PHAR TC 102Basic Science for Allied Health Personnel4
PHAR TC 103Intro To Pharmacy Technology4
PHAR TC 104Pharmaceutical Calculations3
PHAR TC 113Prescription Processing2
PHAR TC 121Pharmacy Communication3
PHAR TC 201Intro To Pharmacy Law1
PHAR TC 202Pharmacy Operations4
Required Work-Based Learning Courses
PHAR TC 204Retail/Outpatient Clinical4
PHAR TC 205Inpatient Clinical4
Total Hours37

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in Pharmacy Technology. This does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn an Advanced Certificate (AC) in Pharmacy Technology.

The Advanced Certificate program in Pharmacy Technology prepares students for employment as Pharmacy Technicians. The program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education. Pharmacy technicians assist and support licensed pharmacists in providing health care and medications to patients. They may perform many of the same duties as pharmacists, but all technicians’ work must be checked by a pharmacist before medication is dispensed. While Pharmacy Technicians can work everywhere pharmacists work, some state laws may limit the duties they perform.

Prospective students must apply for admission into the Pharmacy Technology program.

For more information on the Pharmacy Technology Program, please call (312) 850-7385.

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
BIOLOGY 116 Introduction to Anatomy And Physiology 4
PHAR TC 102 Basic Science for Allied Health Personnel 4
PHAR TC 103 Intro To Pharmacy Technology 4
PHAR TC 104 Pharmaceutical Calculations 3
PHAR TC 201 Intro To Pharmacy Law 1
 Hours16
Semester 2
PHAR TC 101 Pharmacology Allied Health 4
PHAR TC 113 Prescription Processing 2
PHAR TC 121 Pharmacy Communication 3
PHAR TC 202 Pharmacy Operations 4
 Hours13
Semester 3
PHAR TC 204 Retail/Outpatient Clinical 4
PHAR TC 205 Inpatient Clinical 4
 Hours8
 Total Hours37

Choose your courses with your College Advisor.

Program Admission Requirements

Applicants are eligible to apply online after the following is completed:         

  • Submit proof of graduation in the form of an official high school or GED transcript to the MXC Office of Registrar Services.
  • Submit official college transcripts from all accredited colleges attended outside of City Colleges of Chicago.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00
  • Eligible for ENGLISH 101 Composition
  • Eligible for MATH 118 General Education Math or college-level Math

For more information on admissions requirements and the application process, visit the Pharmacy Technology webpage.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Pharmacy Technicians

Job Description

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.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$27,201
Median 50th Percentile$35,978
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$45,618

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$13
Median 50th Percentile$17
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$22

Annual Job Openings

838 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less35.73%
A certificate41.97%
Some college14.63%
An Associate degree3.83%
A Bachelor's degree3.84%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

3.84% continue their education beyond an associate degree

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