Pharmacy Technician Training Program In Houston

Want to boost your medical career?

The CCI Training Center’s Pharmacy Technician Training Program in Houston is here to assist you in your healthcare journey with its online certification program.

The program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the medical marketplace.

Experienced TutorsAt CCI Training Center, students will have instructor supervision.

InteractiveThe Pharmacy Technician Training program provides a healthy collaboration between the student and the expert instructors.

Virtual classes Students must attend two online lectures each week.

Externship Exclusive externship in a medical facility near the student’s location.

About The Program

The multidisciplinary Pharmacy Technician Program allows students to obtain entry-level positions in exciting, high-demand healthcare settings.

The demand is in:

Retail Pharmacies
Medical Offices
Hospitals
Clinics
Companies providing services to medical establishments

The program also includes a certification review class for the Pharmacy Certification Exam.

The program will specialize the student to perform tasks such as retrieving written prescriptions or requests for refills, verifying the information on the prescription – checking accuracy, counting, pouring, weighing, and measuring, and will be able to mix the medication if needed.

The program’s lectures will be delivered through Interactive Distance Learning (IDL methodology).

After completing the program, the student will receive a certificate of completion in Pharmacy Technician Training at the CCI Training Center.

Courses offered in the Program

Here is the list of courses offered in the program:

MED01 Computer Fundamentals

In this introductory course, students will learn how to use computers in business settings. They will gain experience creating documents, forms, and letters in Microsoft Word and spreadsheets in Excel. The course also includes lessons on printing, basic internet research, and mastering essential digital tools effectively.

MED04 Anatomy & Physiology

This course introduces students to healthcare’s legal and ethical aspects, including physician-patient relationships, professional liability, malpractice, medical practice acts, informed consent, and bioethics.

PHAR01 Fundamentals of Pharmacy

In this course, students will learn pharmacy laws and regulations, how to read prescriptions, inventory management, and an introduction to compounding and preparation of sterile products.

PHAR02 Pharmacy Calculations

This course will teach students how to use pharmaceutical mathematics, including solving problems encountered in drug preparation and distribution and converting measurements with the apothecary system of the metric system.

PHAR03 Pharmacology

In this course, students will learn about therapeutic agents, their effects on the human body, and their role in disease management. The course provides information regarding drug dosages, side effects, interactions, toxicities, and incompatibilities.

PHAR04 Community Pharmacy Practice

This course will teach students prescription processing and preparation, pharmacy operations, and workflow. Students will also learn about alternative therapies and herbal remedies.

PHAR05 Institutional Pharmacy Practice

The course aims to teach students about different types of hospitals, hospital pharmacy standards and procedures, hospital orders, and communication with nursing staff. It also discusses advanced and specialized pharmacy technician opportunities. Students will learn institutional pharmacy operations, management, and workflow.

PHAR06 Insurance & Inventory

This course will teach students about different types of insurance, pharmacy billing, and inventory management.

PHAR07 Certification Review

This course reviews all the activities and responsibilities that a pharmacy technician may perform as part of the job. The course prepares students to sit for the national certification exam.

CDV01 Career Development

The course enables students to gain vital career advancement skills, such as resume writing, interviewing, networking, effective communication, and time management. Students will also participate in mock interviews and learn how to use online job search tools.

Why Choose CCI for the Pharmacy Technician Program In Houston?

CCI Training Center has 40 years of experience and trust from over 24 thousand students. One must choose us because:

National Accreditation

Accredited by ACCET - Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training.

Career Training Support

Monthly check-ins throughout the student's time at the CCI Training Center for employment assistance and new opportunities.

Career-Focused Training Programs

Fast-track training program to equip students with the necessary knowledge for entry-level positions in 7-8 months.

Live Lectures

Virtual lives lectures are delivered every week that students must attend.

Dedicated Staff

A qualified team of instructors with years of experience in the healthcare field.

Financial Help Assistance

For qualified students, we help them connect with financial aid options to support the funding of their career program.

Local Externship- Medical Office Procedures

An extensive externship in a medical facility close to the student’s location for medical office procedures and clinical duties.

Available Workforce Center & Job Training Resources

We provide our students and job seekers with several resources with which they can apply for jobs quickly. Our resources include the government-backed Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), covering up to 100% of training expenses for qualified candidates.

Check out some of the workforce centers:

Sr. No.	Name	Website URL
1	WorkSource Solutions Gulf Coast	http://wrksolutions.com/
2	Texas Workforce Commission	https://www.twc.texas.gov/find-locations
3	Houston-Galveston Area Council	https://www.h-gac.com/workforce-solutions
4	Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas	https://detwork.org/locations/houston-county
5	Workforce Solutions	https://www.wfsolutions.org/

How To Become A Pharmacy Technician In Houston?

Here is the clear pathway to becoming a Pharmacy Technician in Houston:

Education

01

You require atleast one of the following educational requirements to enter the CCI Training Center:

High school degree
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree
GED or equivalent

Check out the prep centers to prepare for the GED or equivalent exam:

Houston Community College System Phone: 713-718-5377
Lutheran Inter-City Network Collaboration (LINC) Phone: 281-822-5900 713-426-2451
Gulf Coast Workforce Development Phone: 713-627-3200

Many of the courses can be taken via Zoom or face-to-face. These programs also include practice tests and free exam vouchers.

Certifications

02

Getting a valid certification will boost your healthcare career. These include:

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certification: The PTCB certification is considered the gold standard for a Pharmacy Technician. Getting the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential shows high competence and expertise.
National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certification: NHA certification is yet another reputable certification for Pharmacy Technicians. NHA offers this certification exam, which covers topics similar to the PTCB exam.

Jobs and Employers

After completing the Pharmacy Technician Program, consider looking for jobs in Houston. You can check jobs online through platforms such as :

Also, look for allied healthcare organizations with open hiring positions in Pharmacy.

Note: Pharmacy Technician Training program candidates must understand that industry and/or government standards may prohibit certification or licensing for candidates with a history of criminal misconduct. The student is responsible for being aware of such regulations before enrolling. Such misconduct may include felonies or drug or Pharmacy-related misdemeanors. The school will assist students in registering with the state board of Pharmacy, but is not held responsible or accountable if the board denies the student’s application. At times, an initial routine background check may not reflect any violations and/or criminal reports, but an updated check may prevent the student from approval.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the job opportunities for a Pharmacy Technician?

There are many job opportunities for a Pharmacy Technician, such as in the following places:

Retail Pharmacies
Medical Offices
Hospitals
Clinics
Companies providing services to medical establishments

Is there any financial aid for the Pharmacy Technician Program?

CCI Training Center offers financial aid assistance, such as federal financial aid (Pell grants and low-interest loans). We also guide students in the job-seeking process.

What are some of the certifications that a Pharmacy Technician must complete?

PTCB and NHA certifications will help a Pharmacy Technician in their career.

What is the demand level for Pharmacy Technicians in the USA?

The demand for Pharmacy Technicians is relatively high. There is a 7% growth projection for employment from 2023 to 2033.

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