About
Arizona College’s Pharmacy Technician Program in Mesa, Arizona, prepares students for pharmacy technician work and a Pharmacy Technician Program Diploma, with graduates encouraged to pursue Pharmacy Technician Certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. The program uses a hybrid format, combining on-campus lecture and laboratory courses with an off-campus clinical externship in the final session, and takes three quarters, or 34 weeks, to complete. Training covers pharmacology, medical terminology, documentation, prescription information, drug abbreviations, pharmacy management software, and computer skills. The program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, while Arizona College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
At a glance
- Format: Hybrid
- Next start: October 19th
- Leads to: Pharmacy Technician Certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Arizona College - Mesa
Arizona College, Mesa campus, is a healthcare training institution in Mesa, Arizona. The campus prepares students for careers in Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, and Phlebotomy. Its allied health offerings combine classroom instruction with practical training in realistic medical environments, advanced labs, and clinical settings. Career support includes interview advice, resume reviews, career opportunities, career fairs, and information about healthcare job openings at partner organizations. The school describes its programs as targeted preparation for specific roles within the medical field and emphasizes support from experienced professionals and faculty. Arizona College operates allied health campuses in Mesa and Glendale, while its broader institution also offers a three-year BSN program through Arizona College of Nursing at nursing-focused campuses.