Pharmacy Technician Training Program Directory
McFatter Vocational Technical Center
6500 Nova Drive
Davie, FL 33317
Code:
FL-03
Accreditation Status:
Accredited
Program Director:
William J Shaheen, Pharm.D., R.Ph.
Phone: (754) 321-5700
Fax: (754) 321-5820
william.shaheen@browardschools.com
Category:
Technician Program Description
Program Information
(hours: contact/credit)
Certificate
Didactic course work:
590
Laboratory course work:
170
Experiential training:
290
Lecture class size:
24
Laboratory class size:
24
Spaces per entering class:
24
Degree
Faculty\Staff
Enrollment
Starting date(s):
August
Interview required :
yes
Class Scheduling:
full-time, day
Flexible scheduling allowed:
no
Tuition costs:
$1,469
Book/Supply costs:
$288
Application deadline(s) :
None--as long as space is available.
Liability insurance:
$12
Uniform costs:
varies
Special Program Features:
Students have a full support system available including: financial aid, academic assistance and guidance counselors. A fully equipped media center including computers with internet capability is also available, as is assistance from the media specialist. The Pharmacy Technician laboratory is a fully equipped state-of-the-art laboratory allowing for hands-on skill development.
Acceptance Requirements:
Student entrance requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and satisfactory scores on the Academic Profile Examination, followed by a personal interview with a counselor and/or instructor.
General Location Training Sites:
Broward County, Florida
Special Requirements:
Immunization; negative TB, tetanus booster; MMR; Hepatitis B (or declination); first aid and CPR; accident insurance; drug screening; and security check. Will vary by agency.
Academic Degree:
Certificate.
Experiential Training
Number and Types of Experiential Training Sites
Community pharmacy:
11+
Hospital:
17
Mail order:
1
Managed care:
2