Education and Health Services
Jobs: 170Wage: $18-$26/hr
Duration 2 months of readiness trainingn and then 1 year of coursework and exam preparation
Driver's licenserequires financial documentsBackground check
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Pharmacy Technician
Career Overview
Pharmacy technicians fill medical presciption orders for patients and other other professionals. Pharmacists work in pharmacies in hospitals, groceries, and drug stores.
As a pharmacy technician, you are able to become certified within a year while gaining hands-on experience in the process. You can enter the career either through a short-term training, or by earning an Level 2 Certificate or an Associate's Degree.
Requirements
Certification / License
Drug test
Background check
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Skills & Qualities
Successful professionals in this field typically have:
Interact with people
Career Path & Growth
This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:
1
Entry Level
$17 - $18/hrTrainee / Apprentice
Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship
2
Experienced
$23 - $28/hrExperienced Professional
Work independently with advanced skills and certifications
Training Programs in Pharmacy Technician
These free and scholarship-based programs in Houston can help you launch this career path
Education and Health Services
Jobs: 170Wage: $18-$26/hr
Duration 4-12 weeksHouston, TX
Background checkrequires high school diploma or equivalencyrequires authorization to work
Education and Health Services
Jobs: 170Wage: $18-$26/hr
Duration This is typically a 2 year program.
Drug testrequires medical documentsBackground check
Education and Health Services
Jobs: 170Wage: $18-$26/hr
Duration This is typically a 2 year program.
Drug testrequires medical documentsBackground check
Education and Health Services
Jobs: 170Wage: $18-$26/hr
Duration 6-18 months
requires high school diploma or equivalencyrequires authorization to work
Education and Health Services
Jobs: 170Wage: $18-$26/hr
Duration This is typically a 3 semester program.
requires medical documentsBackground checkrequires high school diploma or equivalency