Pharmacy Technician

What will I learn?

PCC’s Pharmacy Technician program prepares you to work in a pharmacy setting under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performing activities that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist.

To ensure success in this class, you should have knowledge of basic algebra, proportional calculations, reading/writing skills, keyboarding and computer skills. You will learn to measure, mix, count, label and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders. You also will learn to operate automated dispensing equipment when filling prescription orders. In most states, technicians can compound or mix some medications and call physicians for prescription refill authorizations. 

You will participate in clinical hours at retail and hospital pharmacies to gain hands-on experience. The locations and times of clinical hours may vary; most hours will be day shifts but some evening shifts may be available. 

Upon completion of the program, you will be prepared to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam.

Program requirements

The PHT program has a selective admissions process. The program application is online and posted May 1 to July 30. All Health & Public Safety programs have essential functions to help you be successful in the program and career.

Note: You must undergo a background check and drug screen before we can officially admit you into the program. A felony, loss of license, administrative disciplinary proceeding for negligence, malpractice, recklessness, or willful or intentional misconduct may prohibit entrance into the program and/or eligibility to sit for licensure exams.

If you have questions about the admissions process please call 719-549-3198. The sooner you submit your application, the better the chance of being conditionally accepted.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

The licensure requirements for Pharmacy Technician may differ between all 50 states and U.S. territories.  

Pueblo Community College (PCC) recommends each student visit National Certification Pharmacy Technician Association to identify the program requirements for each state in which you plan to live and practice.  

PCC can only guarantee that the requirements for the state of Colorado are met with our program.
Colorado State Board of Pharmacy 

PCC has not determined if the Pharmacy Technician meets applicable state requirements for the following states and territories: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.