Department of Health Professions
Pharmacy Technology
Certificate of Applied Science
In the Pharmacy Technology Program at the University of Montana-College of Technology, students are prepared to function in hospital-based pharmacies and retail pharmacies. The two semesters of the program include classroom, lab, and clinical site learning opportunities. Lab and internship hours allow students to integrate their classroom knowledge into the practical setting. Students are required to rotate to clinical sites and some may be outside the Missoula area.
The Pharmacy Technology Program is an Autumn entry program. Applicants to the Pharmacy Technology program must complete the program specific application packet and have achieved required writing, math, and computer skills. Students should place in Level 3 or higher in the ALEKS Math Assessment, and should attain a 7 or better on the E-Write Assessment. Students who do not score high enough on assessments should consult with an advisor to arrange enrollment in the necessary courses to build their skills. Students must either complete the Intro to Computers (CAPP120) or pass the challenge for CAPP120.
After successfully completing the program, students are awarded a certificate of Completion and are well prepared and encouraged to sit for a national technician certification examination such as the one offered through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). The Pharmacy Technology program is accredited by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP).
Conviction of a crime (misdemeanor or felony) could leave an individual ineligible for participation in the certifying test and/or becoming registered in Montana as a certified pharmacy technician. Additionally, the Montana State Board of Pharmacy Application for Pharmacy Technician Registration includes a number of questions regarding personal history, including but not limited to criminal charges. Please contact the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board), ptcb.org, and the Montana State Board of Pharmacy (http://mt.gov/dli/bsd/) if this is a potential problem.
Current salary range in Montana is from $10 per hour to $20 per hour, depending on employer, job duties, and experience.
The Pharmacy Technology program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
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| Length of Program: | 2 Semesters |
| Award Upon Graduation: | Certificate of Applied Science |
| Entry Times: | Fall Semester |
Contact Information
- Mary McHugh R.Ph. - Program Director
Email: mary.mchugh@mso.umt.edu
Phone: 406-243-7813
- Enrollment Services / Admissions Office
Email: COTAdmissions@umontana.edu
Phone: 406-243-7882 / 800-542-6882
FAX: 406-243-7899