Train to Become a Pharmacy Technician
Build a Future in Healthcare with Pharmacy Technician Training
Florida Education Institute’s Pharmacy Technician Program provides the specialized skills and knowledge needed for a career in the growing pharmaceutical field. Our experienced instructors guide students through hands-on training in medication preparation, pharmacy operations, and patient interaction. With flexible scheduling, you can train for a new career without putting your life on hold.
What makes a good Pharmacy Technician in Florida?
If you’re detail-oriented, organized, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for helping others, becoming a pharmacy technician could be a perfect fit, especially here in Miami-Dade and all over Florida. Pharmacy technicians need good communication skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to work well as part of a healthcare team. Pharmacies rely on well-trained pharmacy technicians to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure patients receive the medications prescribed by their doctors safely and efficiently. At Florida Education Institute, our pharmacy technician school was created to help train the next generation of pharmacy techs.
What You’ll Learn in Our Pharmacy Technician Program
Pharmacy technicians play a vital role in ensuring medications are dispensed safely and efficiently. Our program covers essential topics, including pharmaceutical calculations, medication safety, prescription processing, inventory management, pharmacy laws, insurance billing, and regulatory compliance. You’ll also gain hands-on experience through an externship in a real pharmacy setting, preparing you for the daily responsibilities of the role.
Where Can a Pharmacy Technician Career Take You?
Graduates of our Pharmacy Technician Program are prepared to work in:
- Retail pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, independent pharmacies)
- Hospitals and outpatient clinics
- Long-term care and assisted living facilities
- Mail-order and specialty pharmacies
- Compounding and research pharmacies
Our Career Services team provides resume support, interview coaching, and job placement assistance to help you get placed in the field upon graduation.