Arizona Pharmacy Technician Schools
About Pharmacy Technician Careers in Arizona
A pharmacy technician program trains students to perform the duties of a pharmacy tech, which include: calculations, techniques, record keeping, pharmacy law, medical, and pharmaceutical terminology. Some of these diploma, certificate, or associate training programs provide career internships to provide on-the-job experience. Students with a firm grasp of mathematics, spelling, chemistry, and health education are usually accepted to these 2-year programs.
The pharmacy technician career is an excellent choice for those seeking employment in the health industry. While working under the supervision of the pharmacist, the pharmacy technician learns about customer interaction, patient service, data entry, insurance billing, and keeping track of expired medicines. With a pharmacy technician certification, he or he can earn more over time and eventually become a licensed pharmacist. The average salary for an Arizonan pharmacy technician is around $30,680 annually. (Figures courtesy of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Employment & Wages database.)
Use our directory of pharmacy training schools in Arizona to find the perfect program for you.
Tucson College – Tucson, AZ – Pharmacy Technician
Tucson College provides its students with a comprehensive and current career education through a curriculum of career-based programs.
There are currently no programs available in the Phoenix, AZ or Scottsdale, AZ areas but try the online programs below.
Online Pharmacy Technician Training
Associate of Applied Science in Pharmacy Technician from Rasmussen College
Graduates of this degree program learn theory and practical applications of pharmacy practice.
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Pharmacy Technician Certificate from US Career Institute
An online Pharmacy Technician certification from U.S. Career Institute will help you start your career as a pharmacy tech.
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Professional Pharmacy Technology Program from Ashworth College
This program teaches aspiring pharmacy technicians about the indications, side effects, dosage calculations and administration methods of the major classes of drugs.
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