A Pathway to Pharmacy
Creation Date: 08/12/2026
Name: Jasmine Perez
Career Pathway: Health Science
Location of Service: 60104-1140Program: 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
Jasmine 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 medication safety, prescription dispensing, and inventory management.
With the support of Loyola University Medical Center, Jasmine completed the program and earned her initial Pharmacy Technician license in July 2026. This accomplishment will allow Jasmine to continue working towards her goal of establishing a career in the medical field and demonstrates her commitment to healthcare.