Pharmacy Technician Program

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 9/26/2026

Program Description

The mission of our Pharmacy Technician Certification program is to prepare professional multi-skilled individuals for employment as knowledgeable, efficient, and responsible entry-level pharmacy technicians who assist in the varied activities of a pharmacy department under the direction and supervision of a pharmacist. Pharmacy Technicians have several duties that include assisting with prescriptions by counting pills, measuring medications, labeling products, verifying prescriptions from doctors, and maintaining patient records and insurance information. They follow appropriate workflow in a pharmacy department and comply with laws and regulations. Pharmacy Technicians apply teamwork, problem solving, and decision-making skills, and communicate effectively with diverse populations. Most pharmacy technicians work in retail pharmacies such as those within local grocery stores. Other pharmacy technicians work in retail pharmacies such as those within local grocery stores. Other pharmacy technicians fill hospita

Established in 2020

CIP: 51-0805 Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.

Training Program Type

Vocational

Provider Information

Tukiendorf Training Institute(CBCI)

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Program Contact Info

5310 North Harlem Ave.
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 774-2222

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

NHA

Quality Assurance

  • IBHE

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

22 Weeks ( 269.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$3,720.00
Books$573.00
Fees$80.00
Tests$304.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$235.00
Total Cost$4,912.00

Financial Aid

Application Procedure

1. Bring WIOA information and meet with a staff member. 2. Provide and complete training provider exploration form. 3. Submit High School/GED Diploma. 4. Sign and date student enrollment form. Physical exam form must be completed by the student's primary care physician or another qualified healthcare provider. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.

Entry Requirements:

  • HS Diploma/GED
  • Math - 10th grade level
  • Reading - 10th grade level
  • Language - HS Level (10.0 Casas Test Score)
  • Writing - HS Level

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Internships
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Weekend Classes
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes
  • Online/E-Learning Instruction
  • Open Entry/Exit

Performance Data

Program: Pharmacy Technician Program

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 9/26/2026

Program Description

The mission of our Pharmacy Technician Certification program is to prepare professional multi-skilled individuals for employment as knowledgeable, efficient, and responsible entry-level pharmacy technicians who assist in the varied activities of a pharmacy department under the direction and supervision of a pharmacist. Pharmacy Technicians have several duties that include assisting with prescriptions by counting pills, measuring medications, labeling products, verifying prescriptions from doctors, and maintaining patient records and insurance information. They follow appropriate workflow in a pharmacy department and comply with laws and regulations. Pharmacy Technicians apply teamwork, problem solving, and decision-making skills, and communicate effectively with diverse populations. Most pharmacy technicians work in retail pharmacies such as those within local grocery stores. Other pharmacy technicians work in retail pharmacies such as those within local grocery stores. Other pharmacy technicians fill hospita

Established in 2020

CIP: 51-0805 Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.

Provider Information

Tukiendorf Training Institute(CBCI)

View WIOA-approved programs

Visit provider website

Program Contact Info

5310 North Harlem Ave.
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 774-2222

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

NHA

Quality Assurance

  • IBHE

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

22 Weeks ( 269.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$3,720.00
Books$573.00
Fees$80.00
Tests$304.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$235.00
Total Cost$4,912.00

Financial Aid

Application Procedure

1. Bring WIOA information and meet with a staff member. 2. Provide and complete training provider exploration form. 3. Submit High School/GED Diploma. 4. Sign and date student enrollment form. Physical exam form must be completed by the student's primary care physician or another qualified healthcare provider. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.

Entry Requirements:

  • HS Diploma/GED
  • Math - 10th grade level
  • Reading - 10th grade level
  • Language - HS Level (10.0 Casas Test Score)
  • Writing - HS Level

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Internships
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Weekend Classes
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes
  • Online/E-Learning Instruction
  • Open Entry/Exit