Pharmacy Technician Training

This program will prepare students for entry-level pharmacy technician positions by teaching medical and pharmaceutical terminology, basic anatomy related to the pharmacology of medications, and pharmaceutical calculations. Students will learn necessary information to process prescriptions and physician orders and apply that knowledge to fill mock prescriptions and learn the skills needed to become a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital or retail setting. The curriculum also includes the ethics of pharmacy practice and education about prescription medications, patient care and interaction, and charges and reimbursement.

The campus facility is a single-story building facility that is equipped with several classrooms, a break room area, offices, multi-purpose room, and a reception area. Students will learn by utilizing various types of medical and office equipment and computers. The class ratio is 1 Instructor per 20 students for most programs.

Externship. Externship students are placed in an actual job in the business community for part of his or her school day in his or her last quarter of training. The students are exposed to the many components of his or her chosen occupational field and have the opportunity for "hands-on" experience. Externship sites may be located up to a 60-mile radius from the campus.

• Complete your entire program in 9 months or less
• Evening classes available
• Become an entry-level pharmacy technician and join one of the fastest growing career fields
• Classes are flexible and are perfect for those with busy lives seeking to advance their career options
• Small class sizes with excellent access to experienced faculty

Our academic standards for our students and employees are high and what sets Infinity College apart is our duty to prepare capable men and women to excel educationally, in their career and personally.

Applicants interested in enrolling in one of our programs of study should contact the school, schedule an appointment for an admissions evaluation, and take an entrance exam. Applicants should be at least 17 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED and must successfully pass the entrance exam prior to admission, submit all required documents, and satisfy tuition. Additional admissions criteria may apply depending upon the program of interest.

Schedule. Day: Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 2:30pm. Evening: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 5:30pm to 9:30pm.

The program is 900 clock hours: about 9 months on the day schedule (13.5 months maximum at 150%) or 12.5 months on the evening schedule (18.75 months maximum at 150%). The 200-hour externship is completed in a community and hospital pharmacy practice setting under the direction of a licensed Pharmacist and Infinity College.

Start dates. New Students may enroll at any time. Classes start at frequent intervals; therefore, prospective students should consult an Admissions Representative for the dates of the next starting class.

Cost of attendance. Total cost: $15,200.

• Tuition: $13,075
• Registration Fee: $100
• Administrative Fee: $200
• Use of Lab/Clinical Equipment: $425
• Textbooks: $400
• Technology Fee: $250
• Supplies: $750

Textbooks and supplies are included in the total cost above ($400 textbooks, $750 supplies). Certification/license exam fees are not included in the cost of your tuition.

Federal financial aid. To be considered for Federal Financial Aid, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Infinity College's FAFSA school code is 042454.

Ways to pay. Financial aid (Pell Grants and student loans, for those who qualify), TOPS, cash, credit card, payment plan, tuition reimbursement, direct bill, vendor approved programs and GI Bill. Direct bill: students may have employers offering to pay school tuition directly; the employer creates an account with Infinity College and the financing assistance office sends a billing statement directly to the employer. Vendor approved programs: students may be approved for tuition assistance from various governmental agencies.

Payment plans. A plan tailored to meet your needs while attending school can be arranged at the time of registration. The school may, at the discretion of the Director, change this plan at an additional cost of $25 each time. The Infinity College Tuition Contract provides a financial planning option that allows the student to pay tuition and fees in equal installments.

Veterans and other funding. Selected study programs at Infinity College are approved by the Veterans Affairs for enrollment of those eligible to receive benefits under Section 3676, Chapters 30 or 32, Title 38. Additional funding may be obtained for eligible candidates through programs including the Louisiana Department of Workforce Services and Louisiana Rehabilitative Services (LRS). The M.J. Foster Promise Program provides financial assistance to eligible students, as long as funds are available.

Out-of-pocket expenses (not included in tuition). Mandatory fees the school requires: ID $10; parking permit $10 (no cost if the student does not have an automobile). Estimated mandatory items the student acquires from an outside source: scrub suit $40, blood pressure cuff $15, wristwatch $5, stethoscope $15, TB test $20, small pocket notepad $1, tennis shoes $20, criminal background check (LSP) $38, fingerprint $10 per card, drug screen $30. Optional fees include hepatitis vaccine $50 (if applicable), clinical makeup day $25 per day (if applicable) and graduation fee $100. Fees incurred prior to enrolling: entrance exam $20.

Students are eligible to sit for certification exams upon successful completion of the program; Pharmacy Technician Certification exams are offered through PTCB and NHA. Passing the certification and/or licensure examination is not guaranteed. In order to practice as a pharmacy technician in Louisiana, you must have a Louisiana Pharmacy Technician Certificate.

Program Placement Statistics (linked from the Pharmacy Technician Training page; benchmarks: 60% completion, 70% placement, 70% licensure, 70% certification). 2023-2024: 80% completion, 86% placement, 86% certification. 2022-2023: 67% completion, 70% placement, 70% certification. 2021-2022: 81% completion, 76% placement, 76% certification. Licensure: N/A.

Infinity College works with PioneerRx to provide an enhanced, hands-on experience to our curriculum. With the nation’s top pharmacy software, our students can apply their knowledge to real-world situations that normally occur in a pharmacy.

Career services. Our career services department provides assistance to all graduates of programs at no charge. However, while career service assistance may be provided, it is understood that the school cannot promise nor guarantee employment to any student or its graduates. Assistance may include employment orientation prior to graduation, assistance with applications and employment forms, efforts to provide interviews with prospective employers, and contacts with employers to identify job openings.