PHARMACY TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA
Learn to prepare prescriptions under a pharmacist’s supervision.
Study prescription information, pharmacy calculations, medication packaging, and inventory. At Florida Education Institute, your training combines online coursework with a supervised externship at a pharmacy site.
Ask admissions about current class times, attendance requirements, externship locations, and available start dates.
Call 305-444-1515 to speak with FEI.
- Program length
- 46 weeks on the normal schedule
- Credential
- Diploma
- Format
- Hybrid, with online coursework and an in-person externship
- Location
- Miami
YOUR DIPLOMA AND NEXT STEPS
Understand the diploma, Florida registration, and certification.
- The FEI diploma Students who meet the program’s graduation requirements earn a Pharmacy Technician diploma. Florida Education Institute is accredited as a school by the Council on Occupational Education, also called COE.
- Florida registration Florida registration is a separate application process through the Florida Board of Pharmacy. Review the current requirements before enrolling, and ask FEI which training documents and application assistance it provides.
- National certification National certification is separate from your diploma and state registration. It has its own eligibility and exam requirements. Ask which certification preparation, if any, is included in the program.
Completing the program does not automatically grant state registration or national certification.
UNDERSTAND THE WORK
Help keep prescription information, labels, and pharmacy stock in order.
Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists prepare medications and carry out daily pharmacy tasks. They work under a pharmacist’s supervision.
- Collect and enter information needed for a prescription.
- Measure, package, and label medications as directed.
- Track supplies and help process insurance claims.
- Help customers and refer medication questions to the pharmacist.
This work calls for careful reading, accurate calculations, and clear communication. FEI’s program introduces these skills through pharmacy coursework and supervised training.
PHARMACY WORK SETTINGS
Prepare for pharmacy technician work in retail and healthcare settings.
FEI’s program is designed to prepare students for entry-level pharmacy technician work. Pharmacy technicians may work in drugstores, grocery-store pharmacies, and hospitals.
Employers set their own hiring requirements. Some positions require experience, certification, or additional training. Review Florida registration requirements before applying for work.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Practice the steps used to process and prepare prescriptions.
Study how pharmacies organize prescription information, prepare medications, and keep records. Your coursework also covers safety, calculations, and communication.
- Reading prescriptions
- Learn to interpret prescription information and identify the details needed for processing.
- Pharmacy calculations
- Practice the measurements and calculations used in medication preparation.
- Medication preparation
- Study how medications are prepared, packaged, and labeled under pharmacist supervision.
- Drug names and uses
- Learn common medication names, types of medications, the forms they come in, and how they are given.
- Inventory and insurance
- Study stock records, pharmacy operations, and how pharmacies request payment from insurance companies.
- Pharmacy computer systems
- Learn how software is used to enter information and support pharmacy work.
- Safety and pharmacy rules
- Study medication safety, infection control, professional responsibilities, and pharmacy regulations.
- Working with patients
- Practice clear communication and learn when a question needs a pharmacist.
- Supervised externship
- Apply program skills at a pharmacy site under supervision.
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
FORMAT AND SCHEDULE
Online coursework with an in-person pharmacy externship.
In FEI’s hybrid Pharmacy Technician program, coursework takes place online. The required externship takes place in person at a pharmacy site.
The program is scheduled for 46 weeks. Before enrolling, review class meeting times, weekly study expectations, and the externship schedule with admissions.
Questions to review with your advisor
- Which classes meet at set times?
- Are any campus sessions required?
- What computer, internet access, and software will I need?
- Where could my externship take place, and what travel should I plan for?
- What is the next available start date?
SUPERVISED PHARMACY TRAINING
Apply your coursework at a pharmacy site.
The Pharmacy Technician program includes an in-person externship. An externship is a period of supervised training in a workplace.
You’ll apply pharmacy skills through activities assigned by your supervisor. The site and your stage of training determine the tasks you perform.
Plan for your time at the site
Before enrolling, review the placement process, required hours, possible travel, and attendance schedule with FEI. Ask which requirements you must meet before your externship begins.
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
Student stories
Hear from FEI students
“You’re treated as a student… but at the same time, you’re treated like family.”
Pharmacy Technician student
“I took patients’ blood, actual real patients. It was a great experience.”
Andrea, Medical Assistant graduate
Student experiences are individual and may not be typical.
TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID
Know the program cost before you enroll.
Review Pharmacy Technician tuition, required fees, and materials with FEI. The Financial Aid Office can explain available assistance and how to apply.
Ask for a breakdown of your costs
- Tuition and required school fees.
- Books, software, supplies, and any required uniform.
- Any costs related to externship requirements and travel.
- Florida registration and any separate certification exam expenses.
Ask which costs are included and which you would pay separately.
Financial aid available for those who qualify.
Help with your job search
Graduate job placement assistance available. FEI’s Career Services team helps students and graduates with resumes, cover letters, interview preparation, and job referrals.
FEI does not guarantee employment.
WHY STUDY PHARMACY TECHNICIAN AT FEI
Connect pharmacy coursework with supervised practice.
Study the tasks behind a prescription
Learn about prescription information, calculations, medication preparation, labeling, and pharmacy records.
Apply skills at a pharmacy site
Complete the supervised externship included in the program.
Review enrollment with an advisor
Talk through the program requirements and schedule. Contact the Financial Aid Office about costs and available assistance.
Prepare for your job search
Graduate job placement assistance available. Work with Career Services on your resume, cover letter, interview preparation, and job referrals.
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
ADMISSIONS
Review the details with FEI before you enroll.
Talk about the program
Request Pharmacy Technician information. An FEI advisor can explain the coursework, externship, and current schedule.
Review requirements and costs
Find out what you need to apply and what is required before the externship. Review tuition, available financial aid, and the separate steps for Florida registration.
Complete enrollment
Submit the required information and complete enrollment with admissions. Confirm your class schedule and available start date.
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN QUESTIONS
Do I need pharmacy or healthcare experience?
No previous pharmacy or healthcare experience is required. You must still meet FEI’s admissions requirements.
How long is the program?
The program is scheduled for 46 weeks. Confirm your class schedule and expected completion date with admissions.
Can I complete the whole program online?
The hybrid program includes online coursework and an in-person externship at a pharmacy site. Ask admissions whether any campus sessions are also required.
Can I study at any time of day?
Ask which online classes have scheduled meeting times and which activities can be completed independently. Review the attendance rules and externship schedule before enrolling.
What will I do during the externship?
You will apply program skills at a pharmacy site under supervision. Your supervisor assigns activities based on the site and your training. Confirm the hours, location, and requirements with FEI.
Will my externship be near my home?
Review available sites and possible travel with FEI before enrolling. Placement location and scheduling depend on site availability and program requirements.
Will I be registered or certified when I graduate?
Meeting graduation requirements earns the FEI diploma. Florida registration requires a separate state application, and national certification has separate requirements. Ask what application assistance and exam preparation FEI includes.
Is financial aid available?
Financial aid available for those who qualify. FEI’s Financial Aid Office can explain available options, required documents, and how to apply.
Does FEI help with finding a job?
Graduate job placement assistance available. Career Services assists students and graduates with resumes, interview preparation, and job referrals. Employment is not guaranteed.
Still have a question?
Call 305-444-1515 or request program information.
ASK ABOUT PHARMACY TECHNICIAN TRAINING
Talk through the class schedule, externship, and costs.
An FEI advisor can explain the program and enrollment requirements. Ask about available start dates and what you should review before making a decision.
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
