Pharmacy Technician Training Program Directory
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Community College of Allegheny County
1750 Clairton Road, Route 885
West Mifflin, PA 15122
Code:
PA-03
Accreditation Status:
Accredited
Program Director:
Jane Coughanour, MEd, BS, MT (ASCP)
Phone: (412) 469-6280
Fax: (412) 469-6379
jcoughanour@ccac.edu
Category:
Technician Program Description
Program Information
(hours: contact/credit)
Certificate
Didactic course work:
40 credits
Laboratory course work:
190
Experiential training:
320 hours
Lecture class size:
22-30
Laboratory class size:
12-15
Spaces per entering class:
30
Prerequisite course work:
40 credit certificate, variable coursework
Degree
Faculty\Staff
Enrollment
Starting date(s):
August
Interview required :
no
Class Scheduling:
day-time, evening, full-time, part-time
Flexible scheduling allowed:
yes
Tuition costs:
$80/credit
Book/Supply costs:
varies
Application deadline(s) :
Rolling admission
Uniform costs:
$50
Special Program Features:
A 3-semester program with a strong 8-week externship. New lab facilities provide excellent hands-on skill development with associated computer applications. Program courses are transferrable to other colleges and universities for more advanced degrees. Active job placement. Financial aid available.
Acceptance Requirements:
College acceptance and placement testing in math, reading, and English.
General Location Training Sites:
Most sites are located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Other county sites also available.
Special Requirements:
Training sites require a physical, TB skin test, bloodwork, and rubella titer.
Academic Degree:
Certificate: A.S. (Associate in Science) available upon completion of college degree requirements.
Experiential Training
Number and Types of Experiential Training Sites
Community pharmacy:
20
Home health care:
4
Hospital:
20
Other:
Students make visits to a mail order