Pharmacy Technician Program
Discover a rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician
Discover a rewarding career as a Pharmacy Technician
The Pharmacy Technician Program at the UIW Feik School of Pharmacy (FSOP) provides hands-on training, innovative education and a learner-centered community dedicated to advancing the quality of pharmacy practice in a variety of practice settings.
Pharmacy Technician Program
This program is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and passion to successfully pass the national pharmacy technician certification exam and directly enter the exciting field of pharmacy. Earn a UIW certificate of completion and college credits.
The FSOP Pharmacy Technician Program is eligible for accreditation through the ASHP/ACPE—a desirable attribute for job placement.
The 45-week (entry-level) or 65-week complete program incorporating the 20-week (advanced level) includes a well-blended mix of classroom, audio-visual presentation, and hands-on, on-site experience at local hospitals and pharmacies. Instruction is provided by experienced, licensed pharmacists and technicians who are current practitioners in the field of pharmacy.
Student Benefits
- Classes are conveniently held in the evening on weekdays at the Feik School of Pharmacy.
- Earn a sterile compounding certification to enhance employment opportunities.
- Receive 27 - 41 college-credit hours, which can be transferred to an associates degree program.
- Receive opportunities for on-site training through UIW's extensive network of healthcare provider relationships.
Two Program Levels
- Certified Entry-Level Pharmacy Technician – A 45-week program that consists of nine courses in Pharmacy and 30 credit hours.
- Certified Entry and Advanced Level Pharmacy Technician – A 65-week program that adds three courses and 14 credit hours to the Entry Level Program once the Entry Level Program is complete.
Class Location and Times
Classes are held in the evening on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6 - 9 p.m. at the UIW Feik School of Pharmacy located at 703 E. Hildebrand, San Antonio, TX 78212.
Tuition Costs
- Entry-Level: Total tuition for the Pharmacy Technician Program Certified Entry Level is $13,325.
- Entry and Advanced Level: Total tuition for the Certified Entry Level and Advanced Levels combined is $19,975.
Federal student financial aid is available for those who qualify. The Pharmacy Technician Program is eligible for VA education benefits. To guarantee a seat in class, both Entry-Level and Advanced-Level course applicants are required to pay a matriculation fee of $100. This fee is non-refundable.
For questions or additional information on the Pharmacy Technician Program, please contact Glynis Sims-Bonds at simsbonds@uiwtx.edu or (210) 883-1084. Ready to apply? Click the link below to start your application.
Pharmacy Technician Program
The Pharmacy Technician Program in the Feik Pharmacy Technician Program is a learner-centered community dedicated to advancing the quality of pharmacy practice in a variety of practice settings.
Diverse career opportunities exist for full-time and part-time work as a pharmacy technician, especially for technicians with formal training or previous experience. The 2022 median hourly pay was $18.17 and the median yearly salary was $37,790 for pharmacy technicians*.
The UIW pharmacy technician program is certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) recognized education/training program. This program prepares students to sit for a national certification exam. The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) requires passing a national certification exam and registration with the TSBP in order to work as a pharmacy technician. Other states may have additional requirements beyond the national certification exam. Check with your state Board of Pharmacy for details.
Curriculum
The Pharmacy Technician Program curriculum includes a global perspective with an emphasis on social justice and co-curricular activities.
The Entry Level Program consists of the following eight courses (27 credit hours):
- Anatomy, Physiology, and Therapeutics – 2 credit hours
- Pharmaceutical Calculations – 2 credit hours
- Pharmaceutical and Sterile Compounding – 1 credit hour
- Pharmacy Technician Law – 2 credit hours
- Pharmacy Technician Roles and Communications – 2 credit hours
- Dispensing – 2 credit hours
- Pharmacy Technician Simulation – 4 credit hours
- Early and Intermediate Technician Experience – 12 credit hours
- Advanced Compounding – 3 credit hours
- Advanced Management – 5 credit hours
- Advanced Technician Experience – 6 credit hours
Course Subjects Include:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Therapeutics
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Pharmacy Technician Law
- Pharmacy Technician Simulation
Tuition:
- Entry-Level: Total tuition for the Pharmacy Technician Program Certified Entry Level is $13,325.
- Entry and Advanced Level: Total tuition for the Certified Entry Level and Advanced Levels combined is $19,975.
By the Numbers
90%
pass rate on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)
1st
Pharmacy school in TX to establish a Pharmacy Tech Program
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Program options: 45-week entry level and 65-week complete program (entry and advanced levels)
Pharmacy Technician Program Alumni
Meet Cassandra, a recent graduate of the entry-level Pharmacy Technician program at UIW. See how our program helped prepare her for a career as a Pharmacy Tech.
Dr. David F. Maize
Dean, UIW Feik School of Pharmacy