Midland College offers hands-on Pharmacy Technician training to high school studentsApril 25, 2018

As part of the joint College & Career Academies partnership between Midland College (MC) and the Midland Independent School District (MISD), high school students are able to participate in hands-on pharmacy technician training.  This spring, MISD high school seniors who are enrolled in the pharmacy technician class shadowed pharmacists and pharmacy technicians at Albertsons locations, Graham’s Pharmacy, Health South and Midland Memorial Hospital. 

“There is a huge demand for pharmacy technicians,” said Marisol Regalado, MC Pharmacy Technician instructor.  “I worked as a pharmacy tech when I was in college, and it really helped in financing my tuition and other college expenses.  The pay is better than working as a clerk in a drugstore or other retail establishment, and it’s exciting to work side by side with professional pharmacists.  It’s also a great opportunity to gain knowledge of medications for those wanting to pursue careers in healthcare fields.”

“We love having the students shadow our pharmacists and pharmacy techs,” said Donnelle Slentz, owner of the two Midland Graham’s Pharmacy locations.  “We need more skilled pharmacy techs, and we are delighted to be working with Midland College to help provide this in-demand skill for the Midland workforce.  We look forward to working with Midland College personnel to expand clinical opportunities at our pharmacies even more.”

The students enrolled in the academy partnership will take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam during the second week in May.  Once they pass the exam, they will be certified pharmacy technicians.