A Pathway to Pharmacy
Creation Date: 08/12/2026
Name: Olivia Cruz
Career Pathway: Health Science
Location of Service: 60302-1708Program: DHS - Youth Program for Employment & Education
Organization: DHS - DesPlaines Valley REES
Credentials Earned: The student obtained a pharmacy technician license by completing a work-based learning program. Throughout the program, the student engaged in valuable learning experiences, including job shadowing in a pharmacy, completing training modules, and observing lab demonstrations.
Program Details
Olivia enrolled in the Pharmacy Technician program at the Des Plaines Valley Region with the goal of beginning a career in healthcare.
During the program, she completed coursework and hands-on training in areas such as prescription dispensing, inventory management, and medication safety.
With support from Loyola University Medical Center, Olivia completed the program in July 2026 and obtained her initial Pharmacy Technician license. This accomplishment demonstrates Olivia's efforts throughout the program and her commitment to healthcare.