Pharmacy Assistant TCC
Program Description (Major Code: PB71)
The Pharmacy Assistant Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) is designed to provide students with short term training to prepare them for entry-level employment in a variety of settings such as, retail pharmacies, nursing homes, medical clinics, etc. Students will receive didactic instruction and laboratory training in anatomy and physiology, fundamental concepts and principles for receiving, storing and dispensing medication.
The Pharmacy Technology Program conducted by Atlanta Technical College is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
Admissions Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age
- Cannot be convicted of a felony that occurred within the last ten (10) years, and/or any conviction that was drug or pharmacy related
- Completion of high school diploma or GED and submission of official transcript required to apply
- Achievement of minimum program admission scores in Reading, English, and Math
- Transfer of previous post-secondary credits will be determined by the Office of Enrollment Services
Student Performance/Graduation Requirements: Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and complete all required courses to graduate.
- Must complete MATH 1012 with a minimum letter grade of B within 2 attempts.
- Must complete PHAR 1000 with a minimum letter grade of B within 2 attempts.
Program Additional Fees (Cost are estimated and are subject to change)
- Books & Supplies: $1,000
- CPR Card: $9.00
- Liability Insurance: $11.00 per year
- Uniform: $100.00
- Certification Exam: $129.00
- Physical Exam: $150.00
- TB Test: $40.00
- 10 Panel Drug Test: $50.00
- Criminal Background Check: $50.00
- Pharmacy Technician Registration/Fingerprint: $136.25
- ACEMAPP: $50
- Immunization Records: Based on Healthcare Provider Source
Blood and Airborne Pathogens: Students enrolled in Category I and II programs at Atlanta Technical College will be performing tasks in which there is a normal occurrence for exposure to blood, other potentially infectious body materials, and airborne pathogens. These tasks will be performed in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical activities for each occupational training program/course. Students will be required to present documentation of Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis immunizations as a result of potential occupational exposure. Students should contact their program directors for more information. Policies and procedures regarding blood and airborne pathogens may be reviewed at https://tcsg.edu/tcsgpolicy/tcsg_policy_manual.pdf.
Course Outline
Curriculum
General Education Courses (3 Credits)
Occupational Courses (32 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 35
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 3 Credits
Estimated Program Cost: $5,559
Additional Miscellaneous Supplies: $400