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Pharmacy Technicians work in pharmacies under the direction of a pharmacist. Their main responsibility is filling prescriptions according to doctors' orders. Pharmacy Technicians prepare medications for dispensing to patients. This generally includes retrieving drugs in the correct dosage form and strength, measuring the appropriate amount of drug and producing a prescription label. Pharmacy Technicians work with drugs to be administered orally, topically, for the eye, nose, etc. Depending upon the practice setting, a Pharmacy Technician is also involved in the admixture of drugs for intravenous use.
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Luzerne County Community College - Hazleton
Luzerne County Community College, Hazleton, is a community college campus in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. Its occupational education includes business administration, medical assisting, respiratory therapy, surgical technology, CNA training, CDL-A preparation, EKG, HVAC, LPN-RN education, medical office work, mobile application development, pharmacy technician training, and phlebotomy. Programs span healthcare, transportation, skilled trades, business, and information technology. The college offers associate degrees, diplomas, and career-focused certificates among its listed options. The Hazleton campus is part of Luzerne County Community College, which also provides academic programs, continuing education, public safety training, distance education, student support services, and financial aid resources. Its broader training offerings include firefighting, industrial safety, and community safety instruction.