Pharmacy Technician

Our comprehensive course prepares students to enter the pharmacy field to work in hospitals, home infusion pharmacies, community pharmacies, and other health care settings under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.

 

Pharmacy Tech Course

PHRA 1001 – Introduction to Pharmacy

PHRA 1043 – Pharmacy Technician Review

(both courses are required)

Topics include:

  • medical terminology specific to the pharmacy
  • reading and interpreting prescriptions
  • defining drugs by generic and brand names
  • dosage calculations
  • I.V. flow rates
  • drug compounding
  • dose conversions
  • dispensing of prescriptions
  • inventory control, billing, and reimbursement

Basic math comprehension is recommended.

Upon Completion of Course

The student will complete the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) exam which will lead to a certification with the Pharmacy Tech Certification Board - PTCB (cost not included in the course tuition).

spring 2025 Course Details

February 3 – May 14, 2025
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Online assignments (4 hours) due on Fridays

Location

MC Advanced Technology Center (ATC)
3200 W. Cuthbert
Midland, Texas

Additional Details & Registration



 

Scholarships

Midland College HSCE may be able to provide scholarship funding for a portion of
your HSCE tuition for qualifying applicants.

 

Workforce Solutions (WIOA) Eligible

Students choosing this academic pathway may receive funding and other financial assistance and support from Workforce Solutions. See www.facebook.com/PermianBasinWorkforce, call (432) 367-1449 (option 5), or open the flyer for information on the services they provide in partnership with Midland College. The Workforce Solutions office is located on Midland College's main campus, in room 138 of the Technology Center (TC) Building. Note: Students receiving federal and state financial aid are not eligible for WIOA assistance.

 
 

 

Program Office

Contacts

Kimberly Daw
Advisor/Coordinator
Advanced Technology Center
Office 143
(432) 681-6338
kdaw@midland.edu

Location

Advanced Technology Center
3200 W. Cuthbert
(432) 681-6338

MAP

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Email CEHealthScience@midland.edu with your questions

Advanced Technology Center
3200 W. Cuthbert
Midland, TX 79701

MAP