Pharmacy Technician Clinical Co-Operative Externship

The externship prepares students for a career as a pharmacy technician. Students learn compounding skills, mathematical calculations, and how to use reference materials. Students then work in a pharmacy and learn how to perform as a pharmacy technician. They practice their communication skills; familiarize themselves with the layout of a pharmacy and its daily and monthly operation. Students experience data entry and third-party billing, inventory and compounding. Students also practice writing resumes, interviewing, and professional skills.