Tyler Junior College Pharmacy Tech Program
Tyler Junior College
Online
Certificate
Online
Program Details
Program Length
Self-paced
Program Cost
$1,499
total
Sources
The program cost may vary depending on factors such as where you live, how many transfer credits you have and whether you're eligible for financial aid.
Cost Source
Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.
Program Source
Financial Outcomes
Median Earnings
Annual
Monthly
Median Debt
Total
Month
Source
Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Source
The Pharmacy Technician program at TJC prepares students for careers in the pharmacy sector and supports their pursuit of certification, including the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. The curriculum includes the following key areas and topics:
- Pharmacy calculations
- Medical terminology specific to pharmacy
- Skills to read and interpret prescriptions
- Overview of the top 200 drugs
- Ability to identify drugs by generic and brand names
- Dosage calculations, I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, and dose conversions
- Dispensing prescriptions, inventory control, and billing and reimbursement
- Pharmacy calculations
- Medical terminology specific to pharmacy
- Skills to read and interpret prescriptions
- Overview of the top 200 drugs
- Ability to identify drugs by generic and brand names
- Dosage calculations, I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, and dose conversions
- Dispensing prescriptions, inventory control, and billing and reimbursement
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Tyler Junior College, located in Tyler, Texas, is a public community college offering a variety of associate degree and certificate programs. Founded in 1926, the institution serves a diverse student body, providing educational opportunities in academic, vocational, and technical fields. The college also features a vibrant campus life, including student organizations and athletic programs.
