Pharmacy Technician

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 9/24/2026

Program Description

Pharmacy technicians have a variety of responsibilities, depending on State laws and guidelines. Technicians receive written prescriptions or requests for prescription refills from clients. They must confirm that all information on the prescription is complete and exact. They will learn about different drugs classification, side effects, safety, HIPAA, medical terminology and more.

Established in 2004

CIP: 51-0805 Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.

Training Program Type

Vocational

Provider Information

Elim Outreach Training Center

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Program Contact Info

1820 Ridge Road, Suite 300-301
Homewood, IL 60430
(708) 922-9547

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

National Healthcareer Association

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

14 Weeks ( 60.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$900.00
Books$230.00
Fees$70.00
Tests$140.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$175.00
Total Cost$1,515.00

Financial Aid

Application Procedure

Student must submit with application, High School Diploma, GED, college transcript and 2 forms of identification. A physical exam and criminal background check may be required depending on the course selected. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.

Entry Requirements:

  • HS Diploma/GED
  • Physical Exam
  • Math - 9th grade level
  • Reading - 9th grade level
  • Language - English
  • Other - Criminal Background

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes

Performance Data

Program: Pharmacy Technician

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 9/24/2026

Program Description

Pharmacy technicians have a variety of responsibilities, depending on State laws and guidelines. Technicians receive written prescriptions or requests for prescription refills from clients. They must confirm that all information on the prescription is complete and exact. They will learn about different drugs classification, side effects, safety, HIPAA, medical terminology and more.

Established in 2004

CIP: 51-0805 Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.

Provider Information

Elim Outreach Training Center

View WIOA-approved programs

Visit provider website

Program Contact Info

1820 Ridge Road, Suite 300-301
Homewood, IL 60430
(708) 922-9547

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

National Healthcareer Association

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

14 Weeks ( 60.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$900.00
Books$230.00
Fees$70.00
Tests$140.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$175.00
Total Cost$1,515.00

Financial Aid

Application Procedure

Student must submit with application, High School Diploma, GED, college transcript and 2 forms of identification. A physical exam and criminal background check may be required depending on the course selected. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.

Entry Requirements:

  • HS Diploma/GED
  • Physical Exam
  • Math - 9th grade level
  • Reading - 9th grade level
  • Language - English
  • Other - Criminal Background

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes