Remington College offering pharmacy technician program

LAFAYETTE, La. Remington College - Lafayette Campus on Tuesday announced that it's enrolling students for its new pharmacy technician program.

The pharmacy technician program is designed to teach students the basic skills needed for their certification exam and to begin a career as a pharmacy technician.

“The pharmacy technician program is a great option for students who want to help prepare themselves for one of the fastest-growing career fields,” stated Jo Ann Boudreaux, Remington College-Lafayette Campus president.

The diploma program curriculum includes classes in pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, dosage calculation and more, all designed to give students the skills they need to apply for entry-level jobs.

Students meeting minimum grade requirements can qualify for an externship that allows them to work with licensed pharmacists.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of pharmacy technicians is expected to increase by 32% from 2006 to 2016.