Community Education

Pharmacy Technician Program

Updated August 25, 2010: The Pharmacy Technician class is now closed.  No future classes have been scheduled.

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Spring 2010 Class Dates: March 29, 2010 - October 13, 2010, Monday and Wednesdays 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Program Summary: As a Pharmacy Technician you will help the pharmacist package or mix prescriptions, maintain client records, refer clients to the pharmacist for counseling, assist with inventory control and purchasing, as well as collect payment and coordinate billing. This course combines 182-hours of classroom instruction with a 120-hour pharmacy externship to provide you with a complete learning experience. (302 Total Hours). It is not required to attend the information meeting prior to registering for this program.

Starting pay for Pharmacy Technicians averages $10-$20 per hour.

Course Fee: $2,895 includes books, consumable supplies, externship, and course completion certificate. Payment must be paid in full at time of registration.

Financial Assistance:  Students with a need for financial assistance may secure financial assistance through any student loan lending agency, such as a local bank. Students who will be using financial aid should begin the application process at least four weeks before they intend to register as payment must be paid in full at time of registration.

Math and English Skills: Students will be required to pass an elementary English language and math skills test. Browse through a sample of a math and English skills pretest now.


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College of the Canyons

Valencia campus:

(661) 259-7800

• 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Canyon Country campus:

(661) 362-3800

• 17200 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA 91351