Major concern over compounding pharmacies still lingers
A 2012 outbreak of fungal meningitis that was traced to a compounding pharmacy in Massachusetts has made tighter regulation of those facilities – where different pharmaceuticals are mixed to create medication for specific patient needs – a major issue publicly, politically and in the world of pharmacy technology.1 Poll finds that public is concerned about […]
Pharmacy technician resume tips
After earning a pharmacy technology degree, new graduates looking for jobs will need to update their resumes before applying to open positions. Resumes for pharmacy technicians differ slightly from the generic forms taught in high school, and you’ll want to make sure you’ve tailored yours to highlight the specialized skills you have acquired from pharmacy […]
What to look for in a pharmacy technology program
Have you ever considered becoming a pharmacy technician (pharm tech)? It’s a great career for people who have strong customer-service skills and are detail-oriented. After all, pharmacy technicians are responsible for filling prescriptions, which must be done correctly. If working behind the counter at a pharmacy intrigues you and you have always wanted to be […]
Four ways to ward off sickness
With busy class schedules, multiple assignments and work, it’s essential to always feel your best. There’s never a good time to come down with an illness. When cold and flu season rolls around, you’re left on the couch clutching Kleenex and DayQuil, wondering when you’ll get the energy to finish that paper and study for […]
Career Spotlight – Pharmacy Technology
You could say that employment prospects for pharmacy technicians are some of the ‘healthiest’ in the health care industry. Employment of pharmacy techs is expected to grow by 32% from 2010 to 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations.* What does a pharmacy technician do? Pharmacy technicians help licensed pharmacists dispense prescription medication […]
The Economy of Counterfeit Drugs [Info-graphic]
Most people depend on pharmacies, hospitals and other health care facilities to give them the right kinds of medications, right? Did you know, however, what you’re putting in your body could actually contain ingredients your doctor didn’t prescribe you? In 2009, two people died because they thought they were taking a traditional anti-diabetic medication to […]
Program Highlight – Pharmacy Technology
Did you know that Pharmacy Technology is one of the fastest growing careers in healthcare*? The Carrington College California Pharmacy Technology associate degree program can provide our students with the education necessary to help them enjoy successful Pharmacy Technician careers. The knowledgeable instructors on our degree program teach their students all the terminology, abbreviations, and […]
Consider an Education in Pharmacy Technology
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that Pharmacy Technology is one of the fastest growing careers in healthcare*, giving you extra motivation to achieve your degree or certification in the Carrington College Pharmacy Technology program. We feel it’s important for our students to get real-world experience when they train in our program. Therefore, we […]
Pharmacy Technology – A Healthy Career Choice
You may not have heard of the job title ‘Pharmacy Technician’, but did you know that Pharmacy Technology is one of the fastest growing careers in healthcare? Thanks to advances in medicine and our country’s aging population, job opportunities for Pharmacy Technicians are expected to be good, especially for those who have previous experience, have […]