Pharmacy technicians are responsible for measuring, mixing, counting, labeling, and recording amounts and dosages of medications; verifying prescriptions from physicians; and maintaining patient records and insurance information.
The program is comprised of classroom and laboratory instruction. You will complete a required practicum experience in a hospital and/or retail pharmacy. Upon successful completion of the program, you'll receive a diploma and will be eligible to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination.
Students in the Pharmacy Technology program will be required to have a Dependent Adult Abuse, Child Abuse and Criminal Background check prior to beginning the clinical/practicum portion of the program.
To enroll, complete an IHCC application, take the COMPASS test and submit high school transcripts or GED scores. Testing may be scheduled by calling 641.683.5142 or 800.726.2585, ext. 5142.
For more information, contact Penny Warren at 641.683.5292 or 800.726.2585, ext. 5292.
Course Schedule
| Catalog Number |
Course Name | Credits |
| Term I | ||
| BIO161 | Basic Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| BIO199 | Basic Anatomy and Physiology Lab | 1 |
| CSC105 | Computer Essentials | 1 |
| HSC113 | Medical Terminology | 2 |
| PHR110 | Pharmacy Technician I | 3 |
| SPC101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication | 3 |
| Total | 13 | |
| Term II | ||
| HSC230 | Employment Preparation | 1 |
| PHR115 | Pharmacy Technician II | 5 |
| PHR130 | Pharmaceutical Calculations | 1 | PHR150 | Pharmacy Technician Practicum | 2 |
| Total | 9 |
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