Pharmacy Technician

Program Description

Our Pharmacy Technician program will equip you with the skills you need to support licensed pharmacists in various settings, including:

• Pharmacies
• Hospitals
• Retail environments

You will learn the key pharmacy operations that are crucial for providing healthcare to patients, including:

• Procedures
• Regulatory standards
• Effective interpersonal communication

Blended Classes

Our pharmacy technician courses will be delivered in a blended format—combining face-to-face and online lectures.

Credentials in Detail

What is an Occupational Skills Award (OSA)?

When you earn an OSA award, you enhance your marketability.

Employers see you have an OSA and recognize that you are are qualified for entry-level employment or industry-recognized certification or licensure.

The Pharmacy Technician program adheres to the minimum requirements set by the Texas Workforce Commission.

After Successfully Completing Our Program

You may register and directly pay for the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam through your preferred certification organization:

• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
• National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

PTCB vs. NHA Certification: What is the Difference?

Both certifications are recognized by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP).

See PharmTechs.org for more details.

Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508

This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.

For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements

Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Passing score on The Adult Basic Education (TABE) test, if applicable
  • Find out how to take the TABE at TCC
• Compliance with Texas State Board of Pharmacy regulations

Course List

• Pharmacy Technician

Costs & Fees

Costs and fees vary. Costs are available in Hello!TCC's Continuing Education Course Descriptions.

2025 Application Timeline

Summer 2025

You can get the training you need to become a certified Pharmacy Technician without worrying about costs—thanks to our Biotech Grant.

For the Summer 2025 program, the grant will cover your tuition and textbook fees, so you can focus on your future career.

Application Timeline

• Application opens: Mid-April
• Application deadline: May 29
• Classes begin: June 23
• Program duration: June 23–November 6

How to Apply

• New TCC students only
  • If you have not previously attended TCC, contact a career advisor at 817-515-1484 or TR.HealthCareAdvising@tccd.edu.
• Review the Pharmacy Technician Information Session during an application period.
  • Pharmacy Technicial Information Session (PDF)Listen
  • Save your information session exit ticket to upload with your application
• Gather the required supporting documents 
  • Copy of your high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency
  • Test score(s), if applicable
  • College transcript(s), official or unofficial, to provide proof of exemption from TSI
  • Information session exit ticket
• Fill out the online application: Health Science Application for Admission
• Select TR as the campus and the Pharmacy Technician (CE) program. 
• Continue filling out the application
• Upload the required documents
• Complete and electronically sign your application
• Register for class
  • Once you have been accepted, you will receive an email that will:
    • Notify you of your eligibility to enroll
    • Explain the registration/payment process
    • Give you financial aid information for continuing education