About
The Pharmacy Technician Entry Level Certificate Program at North Orange Continuing Education - Anaheim Campus in Anaheim, California, prepares students for entry-level pharmacy technician work in community and institutional pharmacies. Training covers prescription processing, medication preparation, pharmacy operations, pharmacology, pharmaceutical mathematics, medical terminology, inventory, patient profiles, and related pharmacy procedures. The certificate meets the educational requirements to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTEC) and earn the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential. Courses are delivered through a combination of in-person and online classes, with practical career training that includes weekly class participation and 130 experiential hours in an approved pharmacy. Admission requires candidates to be at least 18 years old, complete an online Pharmacy Technician Orientation at least 24 hours before registering for program courses, and purchase an identification badge for Career Practical Training.
At a glance
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- Leads to: Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTEC) and Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential
Organization
North Orange Continuing Education - Anaheim Campus
North Orange Continuing Education, Anaheim Campus, is a continuing education institution in Anaheim, California. Its occupational training includes bookkeeping, business and professional development, customer relations, early childhood education, electrical technology, medical assisting, pharmacy technology, and information technology, among other fields. The institution also provides English and U.S. citizenship classes, high school diploma and GED/HiSET preparation, basic skills instruction, parenting education, older adult classes, and support programs for adults with disabilities. NOCE operates centers in Anaheim, Cypress, and Fullerton, along with community locations. Its offerings serve varied life stages, including academic development, career preparation, independent living, and personal interests. Student assistance is available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, and Korean.