Start by comparing different schools in your area by searching on the Internet, visiting schools, or requesting a tour. It's also a good idea to asks parents, friends and other students for references about schools you are interested in.
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Pharmacy Technicians assist licensed pharmacists in preparing and providing medication and other products to patients. They usually work in the supervision of a pharmacist. Typical duties include preparing and dispensing of prescribed medication. This includes other routine tasks such counting tablets and labeling bottles. Pharmacy Technicians must also may sure that drugs, chemicals, and ingredients are stored and labeled properly according to the pharmaceutical industry. They may also assist patients who are dropping off and picking up prescriptions.
A Pharmacy Technician must refer any questions regarding prescriptions, drug information, or health matters to a pharmacist.
Pharmacy Technicians are also referred to as Pharmacy Assistants.
