Pharmacy Programs

Locations: Larimer, Westminster

Total Credits: 72 (5 semesters)

Take classes in pharmacy law and ethics, pharmacology, biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and more.

This degree prepares you to pursue employment in a variety of pharmacy-related careers.  You can also opt to continue your education and build on the knowledge you've obtained.

By completing this degree, you'll take the courses needed to apply for acceptance into the Regis University Doctor of Pharmacy program.

You'll also complete a number of guaranteed transfer courses that are needed to continue your educational journey in medical and science-related fields. 

Save money by completing credits at FRCC and then continuing your educational pursuits beyond.

By completing this degree, you'll take the courses needed to apply for acceptance into the Regis University Doctorate of Pharmacy program.

You'll also complete a number of guaranteed transfer courses that relate to medical and science-related fields.

Pharmacy-related careers are an important aspect of healthcare. Entry-level careers include R&D associates, lab assistants, pharmacy technicians, supply chain associates, and sales.  The US Bureau of Labor Statistics expects jobs in the pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing sector to grow by 19% between 2019 and 2029.  

Program Locations: Larimer, Westminster

Total Credits: 26 credits (2 semesters)

The program prepares you to assist in the preparation of prescribed medications, including retrieving, counting, pouring, weighing, measuring, and mixing medications. You'll be qualified to work as a pharmacy technician in a retail pharmacy, hospital, nursing home, assisted living facility, or mail-order pharmacy.

During the first semester, you'll attend classes, and during the second semester, you'll complete an internship in both a hospital and a community pharmacy setting.

This program prepares you to sit to take the Pharmacy Technician National Examination.

• At the Westminster Campus, you can enter the program in either the fall or the spring semester.

• At the Larimer Campus, you can enter the program in the spring semester.

FRCC works with several apprenticeship employers to provide students with opportunities to become apprentices. As an apprentice, you'll earn while you learn—getting paid for on-the-job training while you work at the employer's facility. Apprenticeships can also provide you with a competitive advantage in the workforce, as well as wage increases and opportunities for career advancement.

Your certificate can open doors for a career in a variety of healthcare facilities.

FRCC’s advanced pharmacy technician program is nationally accredited by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP). The program is also recognized by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Students enrolling or continuing at Front Range Community College (FRCC) have a right to certain information that the college is required by law to provide. As a student applying for or attending the Advanced Level Pharmacy Technician (PHT) Program, you have the right to know it meets the certification criteria for Colorado. The certificate will count toward licensing or certification in states other than Colorado. If you are planning to seek to work outside of Colorado, it is strongly recommended that you contact the State’s certifying or licensing entity for guidance before you begin this program. State-by-state information is available on the Pharmacy Technician Career Guide site. 

This program meets the applicable state prerequisites for licensure or certification in Colorado as listed below: 

• Colorado State Department of Regulatory Agencies - Pharmacy  
• Pharmacy Technician National Certification Board 

FRCC has determined the Advanced Level Pharmacy Technician (PHT) Program meets applicable state prerequisites for licensure and certification in states other than Colorado. These states include Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming and U.S. Territories: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.