Program Overview
Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense prescription medications to patients and provide information to other health professionals. Pharmacy technicians are needed anywhere medications are used.
The pharmacy technician program at SLCC Tech provides the necessary training and externship experiences to prepare students to become licensed as a technician with the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL). Our training program is delivered in-person through a typical cohort model where students meet together on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday. Students are also expected to dedicate 5-9 hours per week in self-study, preparing for class, and doing homework. Our graduates are highly recruited for positions in a wide range of settings to fill the urgent pharmacy technician workforce needs in our community.
SLCC Tech has partnered with UHealth Pharmacy to train their Sponsored Students. If you are interested in participating in their training program, fill out the UHealth Intake Form. The University of Utah Health's Department of Pharmacy Services sponsors hybrid pharmacy technician training at SLCC. Students will be selected from applicants who pass an application process and meet the SLCC program requirements. The UUH Department of Pharmacy Services will cover the costs of the pharmacy technician program for selected applicants. Anyone interested in a career in pharmacy should apply at the link above!
What You Will Learn
- Assist pharmacists in accurately preparing and dispensing prescription medications
- Work across community, institutional, compounding, long-term care, and mail-order pharmacy settings
- Communicate medication information clearly to patients and other healthcare professionals
- Gain real-world experience through a hands-on pharmacy externship
- Prepare to become a licensed pharmacy technician with Utah DOPL
Estimated Cost
Total Estimated Cost: $2,105
Tuition: $1,530
Student Fees: $153
Lab Fees: $80
Books/Supplies: $210
DOPL Training License Application: $50
Complio Compliance Registration: $82
Immunizations: Various
CPR Training: Various
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
For full program details, please visit the program website.