Pharmacy Technician Program

Registration Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Proof of major medical insurance.
• Proof of vaccinations and/or titers: 2-step PPD, MMR, Tetanus (Tdap), Hepatitis B (with titer), Varicella (or titer), Meningococcal, and Flu vaccine. . Immunization FAQ’s 
• Proof of math and English proficiency (math proficiency via a passing score on a pharmacy-specific math placement test or Accuplacer)
• Criminal background check and drug screen will be conducted during the program (results may affect program completion or certification eligibility) If in question, please consult with the program manager at  crystal.watts@tridenttech.edu.
• Students must be eligible for SC Board of Pharmacy registration as a Pharmacy Technician. View requirements here: https://llr.sc.gov/bop/techs.aspx
• Copy of Physical examination recorded on Student Health Record form.
• Students are required to attend a Pharm Tech 'Info Session' on campus in order to be eligible. Students must attend one of the following scheduled times (Attendance will be recorded):
  • o   Thursday, May 28th 4PM Bldg 970/Rm 217
    o   Monday, June 15th 10AM Bldg 970/Rm 217
    o   Wednesday, July 15th 2PM Bldg 970/Rm 217

Application Process:
1. Complete the program/SC WINS scholarship application (must be an SC resident and not in default on any student loans). SC Wins Scholarship Application: https://www.tridenttech.edu/programs/ce/funding/workforce-pathways-scholarship.html 
2. Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an email from ce.scholarship@tridenttech.edu (please check spam folders) asking you to upload a copy of your valid driver’s license and SSN to a secure link. If you do not receive this email within 5 business days, submit a copy of your valid driver's license to add to your scholarship application and via the Secure Document Upload portal.  Secure Document Upload Secure Document Upload Applications cannot be processed without these documents.
3. After submitting your application, email all required documents together in one file, and in PDF format to: crystal.watts@tridenttech.edu. This includes:

•  High school diploma or GED
•  Major medical health insurance ID card
•  Immunization records (as listed in “Registration Requirements” above)

4. After ALL documents listed in steps 1, 2, and 3 are submitted, applications will be reviewed. Upon review, instructions to complete math and English proficiency requirements will be provided via email. Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Applications will be accepted on a “first qualified, first accepted” basis once all requirements have been met.
5. Provide proof of SC Pharmacy Technician Registration at least one week prior to the start of class to avoid being dropped. Apply here: https://llr.sc.gov/bop/techs.aspx

Student Costs:
· Laptop with internet access, webcam, and microphone.
· Uniform: grey scrub top and bottom, clean athletic shoes for lab and clinical work.
Physical examination recorded on Student Health Record form
· Vaccination and exam fees and health insurance.
· Care Learning modules.
· American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.
· Professional liability insurance coverage.