About
The Pharmacy Technician 600-hour program, which includes and requires 160 externship hours, teaches students the delivery of pharmaceutical services alongside licensed pharmacists in a pharmacy setting. The program teaches medical terminology & abbreviations, pharmacy law & ethics, quality customer service, pharmacology, preparing prescription medications, sterile compounding, and administrative duties.
Upon completion of the program, students may test to receive Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certification.
Organization
Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC)
Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) is a career and technical education district in Glendale, Arizona. The school provides high school students and adult learners with unique opportunities to learn technical skills in fields like healthcare, automotive technology, and emergency services. West-MEC equips students with practical skills and hands-on experience that prepare them for success in the workforce.
Location
5487 N. 99th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85305