Pharmacy Technician
Quick Program Facts
- Occupational Skills Award: 232 certificate hours
- Number of courses: 6
- Accreditation: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Recognized Education/Training Program™
- Financial aid: Tuition Assistance
- Campus: Trinity River
Program Description
You will learn the fundamentals of community pharmacy technician principles and procedures.
Class Format
Our pharmacy technician courses will be delivered in a blended format—combining online and face-to-face lectures.
Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508
This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.
For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements
Credentials in Detail
After successfully completing the program, you may register and directly pay for the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam through your preferred certification organization:
PTCB vs. NHA Certification: What is the Difference?
Both certifications are recognized by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP).
See PharmTechs.org for more details.
Eligibility Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Passing score on The Adult Basic Education (TABE) test, if applicable
- Compliance with Texas State Board of Pharmacy regulations
Course List
Costs & Fees
Costs and fees vary. Costs are available in Hello!TCC's Continuing Education Course Descriptions.
Summer 2024 Application Timeline
- Applications available: March 4, 2024
- Application deadline: July 8, 2024
- Classes begin: July 15, 2024
- Program duration: July 15–December 5, 2024
How to Apply
- Review the Information Session Presentation Slides (PDF)Listen
- Submit your certification of completion form with your application.
- New TCC students only: Complete a CE enrollment form. If you have not previously attended TCC, contact the program director or career advisor for more information.
- Gather the required supporting documents & scan them if applicable
- Copy of your high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency
- Test score(s), if applicable
- College transcript(s), official or unofficial, to provide proof of exemption from TSI
- Information session completion certificate
- Download, print & fill out the application when it is available
- Email your completed application & supporting documents to TR.HealthCareAdvising@tccd.edu
- Register for class
- Once you have been accepted, the program director will notify you.
Register & Pay for Classes
Register and pay online for upcoming classes through MyTCCTrack's Instant Enrollment.
For help, follow instructions for how to register for continuing education classes.
Contact
Trinity River Campus
Health Care Professions
Advising Resource Hub
Janette Keen
Career Advisor
Call 817-515-1484
Email TR.HealthCareAdvising@tccd.edu
Advising by Appointment
Fall & Spring Hours
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Summer Hours
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Updated February 29, 2024