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Healthcare Careers
PHARMACYTECHNICIAN
The role of Pharmacy Technicians is expanding, which requires cross-cutting
instruction on wide-range of skills and topics. The Pharmacy Technician Training
is a series of three courses designed to introduce students on the practices
and responsibilities of becoming a Pharmacy Technician in multiple pharmacy
environments. Students completing all three courses in the Pharmacy Technician
Training program are prepared to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certifying Board
(PTCB) exam, a nationally recognized certification.
Registration Information: Students must register concurrently for CAH330,
CAH331 and CAH332. This course is not available for online registration. Registrations
will be accepted in person at the Conference Center (E building) on FCC's main
campus. For more information on this program, contact FCC at 240.629.7904.
Payment plan available. Call 301.624.2888 for details.
Prerequisites and other Requirements:
• Placement into EN52 or ESL72 and Math82 (students will take placement tests at
FCC Testing Center), proof of being 18 years of age or older at time of registration.
• Availability or access to computer or tablet and a strong Internet connection
• SAF 157: CPR Basic Life Support (taken prior to program completion).
Pharmacy Technician Training 1
Topics include: medical terminology and basic anatomy and physiology; math for
pharmacy technicians including: systems of measure, dose calculations, ratios and
proportions, concentrations and dilutions; pharmacology; dosage forms and routes,
medication errors, pharmacy law, practices in: community and ambulatory care
pharmacy hospital pharmacy, home care pharmacy, specialty care pharmacy; and
medication safety.
Students learn from a combination of live, on-line, and group style learning
formats. Students meet in person 3.5 hours each week and complete an
additional 10 hours per week of online coursework.
CAH330 | 83 hours | $1,312 ($349 tuition + $963 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
3242 W 5:30pm - 9pm 2/1–3/8 Monroe Center/MC123
Pharmacy Technician Training 2
CAH331 | 83 hours | $478 ($349 tuition + $129 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
3243 W 5:30pm - 9pm 3/15–4/26* Monroe Center/MC123
*No class 3/29.
Pharmacy Technician Training 3
CAH332 | 83 hours | $478 ($349 tuition + $129 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
3244 W 5:30pm - 9pm 5/3–6/7 Monroe Center/MC123
Total ProgramHours: 249
Total Program Cost with CPR: $2,353
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA/GNA)
Become an integral part of a healthcare team in one of the fastest growing
healthcare fields. Learn basic patient care skills, your role as a member of the
healthcare team, disease processes, infection control, and safety issues.
Combined with a clinical experience, this course meets all eligibility requirements for
CNA certification in the state of Maryland and prepares you for the Geriatric Nursing
Assistant (GNA) test. Application fees, GNA testing, background checks and materials
are included. Textbooks are not included.
The program requires study time outside of class and includes tests, both written
and practical (hands-on) skills, which must be passed prior to starting the clinical
sessions.
Registration Information: This course is not available for online registration.
Registrations will be accepted in person at the Conference Center (E building) on
FCC’s main campus. For more information on this program, contact 240.629.7904.
Payment plan available. Call 301.624.2888 for details.
Prerequisites & other requirements:
• Placement into EN52 or ESL72 (Students will need to take placement tests in the
college’s Testing Center)
• Provide proof of being 18 years of age or older at time of registration.
• CAH145 – Foundations for Healthcare Careers
Other program requirements PRIOR to Clinical:
• Provide evidence of a negative TB test or chest X-ray.
• Undergo a physical examination and provide proof of up-to-date immunizations.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or Basic Life Support CPR
card or register for SAF157: CPR Basic Life Support.
• Undergo a background investigation and fingerprinting. Fees for background check
and fingerprinting are included in course fees.
Students will receive paperwork for their physical exam, immunizations,
fingerprinting and background check during the beginning of the CNA course,
CAH132.
Textbooks
Textbooks available at
Foundations for Healthcare Careers
CAH145 | 36 hours | $523 ($229 tuition + $294 fees)
This course introduces students to important healthcare concepts and professional
career development skills to prepare students for working in a healthcare setting.
Students are introduced to medical terminology, the current healthcare system
structure and essential concepts such as HIPAA, documentation and medical
records, patient rights, cultural competency, workplace professionalism, healthcare
ethics and legal responsibilities, environmental safety, infection control and
medical terminology. Communication skills are practiced with special focus on
customer service and interpersonal communication concepts. Students will also
gain professional development skills in successful resume and application writing,
interviewing, and gaining and maintaining employment.
HEALTHCARE CAREERS
Payment Plans Available
Take Advantage of FCC's payment plan when you register for a series of required courses
in a program. This allows you to divide your total cost into automatic monthly payments
from either a checking/savings account or major credit card. The plan is interest free with
a non-refundable enrollment fee of $25. Ask about the payment plan when you register at
the CE Registration Center (FCC Conference Center“E”Building), call 301.624.2888 or email
for payment plan inquiries.