Founded in 1900, Rasmussen College reports that as of 2010, 97 percent of their graduates were employed. Located in Chicago, Rasmussen College offers an associate degree for pharmacy technicians. Coursework in the program includes medical terminology, human diseases and therapies, measuring and weighing, pathology, medical law and ethics, medication preparation and computer systems. Graduates of the program can work at hospitals, clinics and pharmacies. Financial aid is available through scholarships, grants and student loans. Rasmussen College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Rasmussen College
30 North LaSalle St., Ste. 240
Chicago, IL 60602
800-621-7440
rasmussen.edu
The University of the Sciences in Philadelphia's College of Pharmacy offers students bachelor's degrees in pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences. The school also offers a master's degree in pharmacy administration and a doctorate in pharmacy. Pharmaceutical chemistry covers chemistry, math, biology, principles of organic chemistry, physics and instrumental analysis. The pharmaceutical sciences program covers social sciences, human structure, organic chemistry, math, controlled dosage forms, research and medical law. Upon graduation, students can work at companies that create and test prescription drugs and cosmetics. Approximately 2,600 students were enrolled at the school as of 2010. Financial aid is available through scholarships, grants and student loans. Founded in 1821, the University of Sciences in Philadelphia is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
University of the Sciences
600 S. 43rd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4495
215-596-8800
usp.edu
Ashworth College, in Norcross, Georgia, offers a career diploma for pharmacy technicians. Drug side effects, dosage calculations, weighing and measuring techniques, sterilization, blending ingredients, infusions and solutions are areas covered in the training program. Upon graduation, students are qualified to work as entry level pharmacy techs. Financial aid is available through grants and student loans. Ashworth College is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council.
Ashworth College
430 Technology Parkway
Norcross, GA 30092
800-957-5412
ashworthcollege.edu