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Welcome to the Pharmacy Technician Program
Pharmacy technicians assist in the preparation and dispensing of medications. A combination of lecture, on-campus laboratory and clinical training prepares graduates for a variety of employment opportunities in community and hospital pharmacies. Learn more by following the links below, or check out the Pharmacy Technician FAQ.
Program Outcomes
| PTCB National Certification Exam First-time Pass Rate | 90%* |
| PTCB National Certification Completion | 100% |
| Program Completion Rate | 92% |
| Job Placement Rate | 98% |
*The national average PTCB National Certification Exam pass rate is 58%.
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
4500 East-West Highway, Suite 900, Bethesda, MD 20814
ashp.org
Accreditation Council on Pharmacy Education
135 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 4100, Chicago, Illinois 60603-4810
acpe-accredit.org
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Pharmacy Technician Updates
Adopt a pet cared for by ACC vet tech students
Austin Community College is working with area animal shelters to find forever homes for pets who were trained and cared for by students in the Veterinary Technology Program. Click here to read the story at the ACC Newsroom.
Read moreACC awarded $30,000 grant to help students pay for unexpected expenses
Austin Community College was awarded a $30,000 Project Success: Emergency Fund Grant to help students who are facing unforeseen financial needs continue on their educational pathways. Click here to read the story at the ACC Newsroom.
Read moreNew Hours for Health Sciences Admissions Offices
Effective August 1, new hours for the Health Sciences Admissions Offices are as follows:
Eastview Campus: Mon. - Thu. 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Round Rock Campus: Mon. - Thu. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.