Pharmacy Technology
The only program of its kind in the Jackson Metro area, the new associate degree of applied science (AAS) in pharmacy technology will accept ten students into the program during the first year.
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Students interested in program are encouraged to begin taking a prerequisite course, Human Anatomy & Physiology I.
In order to gain admission to the program, students must:
- submit application, and complete an Hinds CC Application for Admission and submit it to the Office of Admissions and Records address located in the top right corner of the application.
- have a minimum composite score of 18 on the ACT,
- have a CPR-Health Care Provider Certification, and
- have a clear background check.
Upon graduation, students are eligible to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
For more information about the Pharmacy Technology program, please contact Gloria Adams at 601.987.8158.
Pharmacy Technology (AAS-PHM)
This curriculum combines classroom instruction with laboratory work and clinical experience to prepare students for employment as technicians. The curriculum includes therapeutic classifications of drugs, generic and trade names, transcription abbreviations, and pharmacy math and dosage calculations. The program of study familiarizes the student wit the methods of drug preparation, packaging, and distribution, as well as the functions and services provided by the hospital and retail pharmacy. Upon graduation from the program, the student is eligible to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
Admissions Requirements
- Must meet all general admissions requirements (Refer to Admissions Procedures and Requirements, Hinds Community College catalog)
- Must submit an application for acceptance into the program, and complete an Hinds CC Application for Admission and submit it to the Office of Admissions and Records address located in the top right corner of the application.
- Must have a composite score of 18 on the ACT
- Must have a CPR - Health Care Provider Certification
- Must have a clear background check