Pharmacy Technician (34-week undergraduate diploma program)**

Arizona College; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial aid available

New students receive an iPad and keyboard

Job search and resume support

Job summary

A recognized educational institution in Glendale is offering a Pharmacy Technician Diploma program designed to prepare students with the skills needed for a successful career. With a focus on both education and hands-on training, students will complete an externship and learn vital pharmacy tasks, including mixing and dispensing medications. The program is flexible, offering online and in-person options, and provides the support necessary for career readiness in the pharmaceutical field. Financial aid is also available.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician program is required.
• Good communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Experience in pharmacy or healthcare settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mixing, compounding, and dispensing prescription drugs.
• Providing customer service and administrative support.
• Assisting pharmacists in day-to-day operations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Medical skills

Administrative skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Tools

Pharmacy management software

Job description

Ready to Start Your Pharmacy Technician Career?

Why Arizona College is Right For You

• No waitlist for enrollment
• Earn your Pharmacy Technician Diploma in about 8 months
• Online / In-Person hybridlearning to help you balanceschool andeverydaylife

Our Pharmacy Technician program was built to prepare students for a career in pharmaceuticals. Not only does the program hold a strong focus on classroom education, but you’ll also receive an off-site externship following the program’s completion.

• Financial aid available to those who qualify
• Flexible scheduling with new sessions starting every five weeks
• Job search & resume writing support through our career services team
• Two Convenient Campus Locations at our Glendale or Mesa campus for easy access from anywhere in the Phoenix area
• New students will receive an iPad and Bluetooth keyboard included in their tuition, to use throughout school and keep upon graduation

4425 W Olive Ave #300, Glendale, AZ 85302

Arizona College’s pharmacy technician undergraduate diploma program is designed to provide you with both the education and the real‑world experience needed to become a pharmacy technician.

Our pharmacy technician program takes 3 quarters (34‑weeks) to complete. After finishing the on‑campus portion, students take an off‑campus clinical externship in the last session of the program. Lecture & lab pharmacy technician courses are taught by experienced faculty at our Glendale and mesa campuses.

When you’re deciding where and how to obtain your pharmacy technician training, you’ll want a school that offers high‑quality education in the classroom, personalized support, and the opportunity to get your hands dirty with real‑life experience. Being both knowledgeable and experienced will make you a top candidate for employment after you get your diploma. At Arizona College, we offer a peer mentor program and free tutoring sessions for students looking for more support.

Hear from Arizona College Students

Arizona College’s healthcare instructors and staff are the most helpful people I know and attending this school has been the best decision I’ve ever made.

Everyone at Arizona College has been very helpful and friendly. The class size is smaller than most colleges which is what I like the most.

Whitney Begay Allied Health Program

The best part of Arizona College are the instructors. Each teacher provides a great atmosphere for us to learn. And they all show us what the real‑world of healthcare is going to be like.

Why Become a Pharmacy Technician?

Pharmacy technicians play a critical role in providing quality patient care on behalf of a pharmacist by acting as gatekeepers for prescribed medications, compounds, and devices. Not only is the job market for Pharmacy Technicians strong, but it’s also a career opportunity that can provide great benefits and a flexible work environment. Work hours can be during the day, evening, or weekends and there’s a variety of pathways you can take, such as community pharmacies, hospitals, retail stores, nursing homes, and more.

Convenient morning and evening classes, committed and accessible faculty, open lab & tutoring sessions, and peer mentoring.

Certification

Our Pharmacy Technician training program provides you the education, training, and experience needed to become a certified pharmacy technician.

Job Duties

In addition to behind‑the‑counter tasks (e.g. mixing, compounding, and dispensing of prescription drugs), pharmacy technicians require medical, administrative, and customer service skills.

Pharmacy management software & computer training.

The Pharmacy Technician program at Arizona College, Glendale is ASHP accredited. Accreditation is the act of granting credit or recognition, especially to an educational institution that maintains quality and compliance with the ASHP standards.