Prepare for a new career sooner than you think
Medication can change lives. By training for a career as a pharmacy technician, you can learn to help people gain access to the treatment prescribed that they need to feel better. Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists with the day-to-day work flow of the pharmacy in order to help customers feel better.
Learn to Compound Medications, Fill Prescriptions, and Help Patients
- Learn to help pharmacists fill prescriptions by compounding pills, ointments, IV solutions and more.
- Prepare for career opportunities in retail and hospital settings.
- Complete your diploma in as few as 7-months of study.
Pharmacy Technician Program Overview
Medication can change lives. By training for a career as a pharmacy technician, you can learn to help people gain access to the treatment they need to feel better. Pharmacy techs help fill prescriptions by compounding (mixing) medications. They also perform administrative duties and provide customer service to pharmacy patients. Concorde Career Institute in Tampa offers a 7-month diploma program that can prepare you for retail or hospital jobs and help you stand out in the job market.
Take the Next Step Now
Interested in training to become a pharmacy tech? Get in touch with Concorde in Tampa today to find out if our diploma program is right for you!
**Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected national growth in job openings for pharmacy technicians 2023-2033 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, who's length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.
Curriculum
Pharmacy Technician Diploma in as few as 7-months!
This pharmacy technician diploma program through the Tampa campus, combines foundational knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy law, pharmaceutical calculations, administration procedures, and more. It includes hands-on training in sterile and non-sterile compounding in our labs, plus an externship to help you gain real-world experience.
Pharmacy Technician Diploma Coursework
- Medication Preparation, Distribution & Storage
- Understanding Prescription & Medication Orders
- Drug-use Review & Pharmacy Management
- Pharmacy Equipment & Facilities Maintenance
- Compounding and Aseptic Techniques
- Collecting Patient Information
Career Outlook
Projected National Demand for Pharmacy Technicians
Pharmacy technicians may find different career paths and employment opportunities in roles with:
- Retail Pharmacies
- Online Pharmacies & Prescription Fulfillment Centers
- Hospitals
- Inpatient & Outpatient Clinics
- Pharmaceutical Research & Sales
Address and Hours
Tampa Campus
4202 W. Spruce
Tampa, Florida 33607
FX: (813) 872-6884
Campus Hours of Operation
- Monday - Thursday 8 am - 7 pm
- Friday 8 am - 4 pm
- Saturday By Appointment
- Sunday Closed
Financial Aid
As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.
Accreditation
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