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Program Description
Pharmacy Technician (PHT) certificate program is a two-semester program and is financial aid eligible. It provides instruction in basic pharmacy theories and is an important step toward national certification as a pharmacy technician. Learning experiences include lecture, lab, and clinical exposure in local pharmacies. To ensure success in this program, you should have a good knowledge of basic algebra and math formulas.
The PHT program has a selective admissions process. The program application is online and posted at Pueblo Community College PHT May 1 to July 30. All Health & Public Safety programs have essential functions to help you be successful in the program and career.
Note: You must undergo a background check and drug screen before we can officially admit you into the program. A felony, loss of license, administrative disciplinary proceeding for negligence, malpractice, recklessness, or willful or intentional misconduct may prohibit entrance into the program and/or eligibility to sit for licensure exams.
Career Information
This program prepares you to work in a pharmacy setting under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist that do not require the professional judgement of a pharmacist.
