Pharmacy Technology
The medical field strongly needs pharmacy technicians. The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) Pharmacy Technology faculty exposes students to the necessary training to work in the pharmaceutical industry.
The programs are designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in general pharmaceutical services under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
A College Certificate or Associate of Applied Science degree in the Pharmacy Technology Program from WCCCD prepares you for work as a pharmacy technician in various settings such as:
- Hospitals (local, state, and private)
- Insurance companies
- Pharmacies and drug stores
- Grocery stores and other general merchandise stores
What’s the Job Outlook for Pharmacy Technology?
The employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.
What’s Required to Complete the Pharmacy Technology College Certificate and Associate of Applied Science Programs?
A College Certificate in the Pharmacy Technology Program from WCCCD requires 35 credits to complete.
An Associate of Applied Science degree in the Pharmacy Technology Program from WCCCD requires 89 credits to complete.
As a pharmacy technology student at WCCCD, you will take introductory pharmacy, math, and science courses for your program.
Some students plan to transfer to a four-year college or university after earning their degree. If that’s your goal, you might choose specific courses. Talk with your advisor about a personalized plan that meets your goals.
What Will I Learn as a Pharmacy Technology Student?
A pharmacy technology student will learn the knowledge and skills required to enter pharmacy. Skills obtained will allow for work such as hybrid work settings, community pharmacies, and institutional organizations. Courses in the program include pharmaceutical interpretations and calculations and drug distribution systems and pharmacology.
Recommended course sequencing
Prerequisite Course Total: 16 Credits
- PHT 100 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technology 3 Credit(s)
- BIO 155 - Introductory Biology 4 Credit(s)
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
- PS 101 - American Government 3 Credit(s)
- BUS 225 - Computer Applications in Business 3 Credit(s)
Semester 1 Total: 14 Credits
- PHT 105 - Orientation to Pharmacy Technology 5 Credit(s)
- PHT 115 - Pharmaceutical Interpretations and Calculations 5 Credit(s)
- BIO 240 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 14 Credits
- PHT 120 - Drug Distribution Systems and Pharmacology 5 Credit(s)
- PHT 135 - Pharmacy Practice Settings 5 Credit(s)
- BIO 250 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 16 Credits
- PHT 155 - Pharmacy Technology Practicum 7 Credit(s)
- PHT 220 - Pharmacy Capstone Course 5 Credit(s)
- BIO 295 - Microbiology 4 Credit(s)
Semester 4 Total: 14 Credits
- CHM 136 - General Chemistry I 4 Credit(s)
- MAT 155 - College Algebra 4 Credit(s)
- ECO 101 - Principles of Economics I 3 Credit(s)
- PHL 211 - Introduction to Logic 3 Credit(s)
Semester 5 Total: 15 Credits
- BIO 252 - Pathophysiology 4 Credit(s)
- CHM 145 - General Chemistry II 4 Credit(s)
- MAT 156 - Trigonometry 4 Credit(s)
- ENG 120 - English II 3 Credit(s)
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- ENG 270 - Professional and Technical Report Writing 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 10 Credits
- PHT 120 - Drug Distribution Systems and Pharmacology 5 Credit(s)
- PHT 135 - Pharmacy Practice Settings 5 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 12 Credits
- PHT 155 - Pharmacy Technology Practicum 7 Credit(s)
- PHT 220 - Pharmacy Capstone Course 5 Credit(s)
Where is WCCCD’s Pharmacy Technology Program Offered?
The WCCCD’s Pharmacy Technology Program is offered at our Northwest Campus. As a WCCCD student, you can take prerequisite courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
