About
The Pharmacy Technician certification program at PATCH Career Institute is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to become successful pharmacy technicians. The program covers topics such as medication dosage calculations, drug interactions, and prescription processing. Students will also gain hands-on experience through externships at local pharmacies.
Organization
PATCH Career Institute
P.A.T.C.H. Career Institute
Based in North Charleston, SC, P.A.T.C.H. Career Institute is a higher education company specializing in medical and vocational training. They offer diverse programs including Pharmacy Tech (online and in-person), Nurse's Aide, Medical Coding, and a Phlebotomy/EKG Technician program. The institute emphasizes affordable, quality training with a primary focus on preparing students for healthcare careers, providing practical, hands-on experience in simulated laboratory settings. They are dedicated to making education accessible, especially for low to moderate income students.
Highlights:
- Offers free tuition for the online Pharmacy Tech course to residents of South Carolina and North Carolina
- Phlebotomy program delivered primarily in-person with classroom and simulated laboratory settings
- Phlebotomy program does not require a high school diploma or GED for enrollment
- Phlebotomy/EKG Technician program has a duration of 8 weeks