​Program Overview Transcript

 

The Pharmacy Technician program at LBCC combines classroom, lab work, and cooperative work experience for a comprehensive education, with program courses taught by local pharmacists. This program is an accelerated short-term training designed to prepare students for work in the field. After completing the program, students will have successfully earned their certificate and be ready to take the national certification exam.

This program is based in Lebanon, OR, at the Lebanon Community Hospital. The entire program lasts only 17 weeks, but the expected commitment during that time is significant. Students should be prepared to devote 35 hours per week to class-time, as well as 210 hours total of cooperative work experience. Cooperative work experience may be based in hospitals, clinics, or retail stores elsewhere in the area, and students will be responsible for their own travel arrangements and costs.

Admission is determined on a first-come, first-served basis, with preference given to residents of the Linn-Benton tax district who have previous college experience. A maximum of 24 students move through this program as a cohort.

Once admitted, students are expected to follow and adhere to program regulations. First and foremost, you must be able to pass a background check. All healthcare providers and facilities require criminal background checks for all of their employees, including any student who wishes to work there. If you have been charged with or convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, you might not be eligible to work in this field. If you have questions, you should contact the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board to check your eligibility before applying for admission to this program.

You must also pass a drug test. Immunizations and a CPR card are required prior to the start of the program, at an additional cost to you. You need to be able to demonstrate proof of sufficient skill in writing and math, either by taking the required prerequisites or by earning a high enough score on LBCC’s placement tests. You should have basic computer and Internet proficiency. Once you have been admitted, you must earn a C or better in all program courses to continue in the program.

This program is eligible for financial aid. To determine if you are eligible, you must fill out a FAFSA form and list LBCC as a receiving school. Financial aid is limited by some restrictions, so you may need to contact the Financial Aid office to discuss your options.

If you successfully complete LBCC’s Pharmacy Technician program and earn your certificate, you will be eligible to sit for the National Pharmacy Technician Certification exam. If you pass the exam, you will have earned the title of Certified Pharmacy Technician and be ready to work in an entry-level position.