Pharmacy Technician II
This class introduces students to various pharmacy practice settings and covers drug classes, basic physiology, drug interactions, and daily pharmacy operations. This program trains individuals to effectively assist in pharmaceutical preparations and complete daily required tasks in any pharmacy environment, although on-the-job training is still a part of pharmacy training. This class also will prepare you to take the national certification exam.
Students will be thoroughly trained in the basic concepts of pharmacy calculations,
practice math concepts, and understand calculations needed to become a certified pharmacy
technician.
In addition to the classroom training of 180 hours, students will need to complete a 120-hour externship.
Program requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age, high school diploma or GED required.
Please check soon for information about our next cohortor check out Brown University Health info below!
WOC FREE Cohort Program Information:
When: May 5 - July 25, 2025, Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Woonsocket Education Center, 115 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI
If interested in applying, please complete our Program Inquiry Form.
In addition to any classes posted here, Brown University Health classes are held in the spring and fall, class duration is 16 weeks, Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Brown University Health does the recruitment for these cohorts.
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board proudly sponsors our pharmacy technician students.
Cost
No charge!This program is free for all that qualify and are accepted.
Time Commitment
12-16 weeks 180 hours of classroom training, 120 hours of externship
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