Is a pharmacy technician an associate's degree?

Answer 1

Most pharmacy technicians are trained on the job. However, pharmacists prefer those who have completed a pharmacy technician program. There are some community colleges that do offer this program of study and there are now a lot of websites from organizations and companies that are approved and accredited to sell online pharmacy technician training programs.

Answer 2

The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for a pharmacy technician.

Most pharmacy technicians are trained on-the-job, but employers favor applicants who have formal training, certification, or previous experience. Strong customer service skills also are important. Pharmacy technicians may become supervisors, may move into specialty positions or into sales, or may become Pharmacists. Education and training. Although most pharmacy technicians receive informal on-the-job training, employers favor those who have completed formal training and certification. However, there are currently few State and no Federal requirements for formal training or certification of pharmacy technicians. Employers who have insufficient resources to give on-the-job training often seek formally educated pharmacy technicians. Formal education programs and certification emphasize the technician's interest in and dedication to the work. In addition to the military, some hospitals, proprietary schools, vocational or technical colleges, and community colleges offer formal education programs. For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated at the bottom of this answer box.

Answer 3

The degree requirement for a pharmacist within the US is a doctorate (Pharm.D)