My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Description
Assessment testing is required for all students. Students who place into CCR 092 or above and MAT 050 or above may begin this program of study. Students scoring below this level should consult with a Faculty Member before registering for courses in this program of study.
This certificate prepares students to assist pharmacists with the technical tasks in community and hospital pharmacy settings, as well as several additional settings. Pharmacy technicians currently in the field may upgrade their skills and meet continuing education recertification requirements by enrolling in specific program courses.
The curriculum is in a modular format consisting of three five-week instructional modules. Two modules of experiential practice follow the three modules in the following semester. Students may enter the program either in the fall or spring semester. This program is accredited by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP).
Additional expenses incurred during the PHT program may include identification badges, books, lecture notes, scrubs (for institutional rotation and lab courses) lab coat (for community rotation), criminal background check, 10-panel drug screen, BLS certification from an AHA provider, and immunizations prior to clinical rotations.
Pharmacy Technician Certificate
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| PHT111 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 3 |
| PHT112 | Pharmacy Law | 2 |
| PHT115 | Pharmacology I | 3 |
| PHT116 | Institutional Pharmacy | 3 |
| PHT118 | Pharmacology II | 3 |
| PHT119 | Community Pharmacy | 3 |
| PHT235 | Pharmaceutical Calculations & Compounding Techniques | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 21 |
Faculty Recommendations:
1. Introduction to Pharmacy (PHT 111).
2. Pharmacy Law (PHT 112).
3. Pharmacology I (PHT 115).
4. Institutional Pharmacy (PHT 116).
5. Pharmacology II (PHT 118).
6. Community Pharmacy (PHT 119).
7. Pharmaceutical Calculations & Compounding Techniques (PHT 235).
Note: No General Education courses are required for this certificate.
Students pursuing this program (part-time) should take PHT 111, PHT 116, PHT 119 and PHT 235 in Semester 1 (13 credits); PHT 112, PHT 115 and PHT 118) in Semester 2 (8 credits); and PHT 170 and PHT 171 in Semester 3 (8 credits).
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| PHT170 | Pharmacy Clinical: Institutional | 4 |
| PHT171 | Pharmacy Clinical: Community | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |
Faculty Recommendations:
8. Pharmacy Clinical: Institutional (PHT 170).
9. Pharmacy Clinical: Community (PHT 171).
Note: No General Education courses are required for this certificate.
Students pursuing this program (part-time) should take PHT 111, PHT 116, PHT 119 and PHT 235 in Semester 1 (13 credits); PHT 112, PHT 115 and PHT 118) in Semester 2 (8 credits); and PHT 170 and PHT 171 in Semester 3 (8 credits).