Pharmacy Technician Training

The pharmacy technician program at Bossier Parish Community College prepares students for careers assisting pharmacists in pharmacies and healthcare organizations. The program focuses on preparing medications, providing medications and related assistance to patients, and managing pharmacy clinical and business operations. Program courses include: medical and pharmaceutical terminology, drug identification, pharmacy laboratory procedures, prescription interpretation, measurement and testing techniques, pharmacy business operations, prescription preparation, logistics and dispensing operations, and applicable standards and regulations. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer pharmacy technician training.

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Bossier Parish Community College

9352 Interline Ave, Baton Rouge, LA

About
Bossier Parish Community College, located in Bossier City, Louisiana, was established in 1067 by the state as a pilot program to test the feasibility of such institutions and whether they should be constructed throughout the state. Throughout the school's history the school has grown and expanded, providing residents with increased resources and opportunities. The school became a degree granting institution in 1979, expanding its program offerings over the next three decades. The school is dedicated to offering students and residents the best educational resources possible, updating and adding services, programs and facilities as needed to ensure that the needs of the modern student are met.

Academics
Bossier Parish Community College provides over forty career training and academic transfer programs. These programs are designed to meet the needs of the community and assist students in achieving their goals. Career training programs provide the skills and training necessary to perform as professionals in a given field. These programs take between one and two years to complete and result in either an associate degree or certificate. Students may pursue employment at the entry level after graduation. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a four year institution to complete a bachelor's degree. Individuals are advised to meet with a counselor to plan the curriculum that best fulfills the transfer requirements of the school or school's desired.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Culinary Arts
• Paralegal Studies
• Communication
• History

Admissions and Financial Aid
Bossier Parish Community College is a public two year open enrollment institution. Student fulfilling the minimum requirements for admission may enroll through the submission of the application for admission. Students should provide transcripts and test scores. Some students may be required to take a placement exam to ensure they meet minimum general education requirements for registration. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor prior to the start of their first semester to outline goals and curriculum. Registration takes place prior to the start of each semester, with tuition fees due shortly after registration is completed.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), used by postsecondary institutions to identify a student's financial situation and make judgments regarding need, program eligibility and awards. Due to national regulations students may be selected to provide additional information to ensure the accuracy of the FAFSA. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year as a result of the changing financial circumstances of a given student and his or her family from year to year.

Clubs and Organizations
BPCC is home to a large number of school sponsored clubs and organizations. Such clubs and organizations focus on a variety of interests, themes and topics. Students are encouraged to participate in one or more of the clubs, allowing for an exchange of ideas, the development of new or existing interests, or the ability to participate in events and meetings with fellow students to accomplish goals outlined by the club. Students may develop a variety of skills useful in the workplace, such as leadership, socializing, punctuality and teamwork. Additionally, students may find themselves active in regards to social issues or the strengthening of cultural identities based on the type of club, which may be a rewarding experience in it of itself.

Clubs and organizations include:

• Cyber Club
• Maroon jackets
• Student Government Association (SGA)
• Cavalier Players Drama Club
• Hands-on-Wellness

Students Enrolled in the Pharmacy Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bossier Parish Community College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Pharmacy Technicians

Description

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, pharmacy technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 880
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $30370

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).