Pharmacy Technician (AAS)

Upon completion of the Pharmacy Technician AAS degree, the graduate will be able to:

• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills appropriate for the work environment.
• Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior in the workplace.
• Apply knowledge of federal and state regulations to maintain patient confidentiality including patient safety and quality assurance.
• Apply knowledge of drug medication classifications and drug interactions to administer all forms.
• Demonstrate correct drug calculations for all types of medications and supplements.
• Practice proper inventory management including storage, handling, recall, and returning expired medications.
• Demonstrate proper hygiene and cleaning standards.

• Entire curriculum is available at NCMC
• 2-Year Program
• Total of 60 credit hours
• Skills and internship incorporated in curriculum
• Minimum of “C” or above required in all courses
• Requirements to do your Internship course
  • “C” or above in all courses
  • Program Advisor Permission
• Four-Core Pharmacy courses offered Spring semester of odd years
  • Two courses first-eight weeks
  • Two courses second-eight weeks
• Federally Required Disclosure on State Licensing Requirements: This program is designed to prepare students to meet Missouri licensure or certification requirements for employment. To ensure that we provide only accurate and current information, NCMC has not made a determination as to whether this program meets all current licensure or certification requirements for other states or U.S. territories. Students intending to work in other states are strongly encouraged to verify licensing and certification requirements with the appropriate state board.