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Pharmacy Technician Information Sessions
We’re excited to share that our upcoming classes are now listed, but registration is not open yet. Keep an eye on our announcements, as registration will begin soon. In the meantime, feel free to browse the class offerings and plan ahead for your upcoming learning experience. We can’t wait to have you join us!
To be added to the Fall 2025 waitlist please contact jbremen@brookdalecc.edu.
Pharmacy Technician Certification
This course prepares you for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam. The class offers a comprehensive study of topic areas necessary to thrive in a retail and/or institutional pharmacy setting. The program is divided into modules which cover prescription basics, pharmacy calculations, pharmacology, pharmacy law, and compounding medications. Emphasis will be placed on the “Top 200” drugs. Hands-on exercises will simulate real life pharmacy situations. Students will be provided a resume writing/interview skills workshop. The exam will be given at the end of the program. This program is 96 classroom hours and 20 clinical externship hours.
Prerequisites:
- 18 years of age or older
- Copy of high school diploma or GED
The forms to complete the following prerequisites will be emailed to you closer to the start date of class:
- Clear criminal background check and drug screening (additional fee)
Note: Textbooks required. An additional fee will be charged to students for class make-up hours. 100% attendance required.
Most classes are in-person instruction at the Lincroft Campus. There may be a few classes conducted remote live via Zoom.
Monday & Wednesday
September 22 – January 26, 2026
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
(No Class November 26, December 22 – January 2, January 19)
Student Status Meeting
Remote Live TBD
Fee and Code: $1,999, XMEDG 017, includes PTCB exam fee.
Textbooks not included (Approx. $230)
Click here for the Textbook and Supply list.
Questions or additional information can be obtained by forwarding any inquiries to Scott Shanes at 732-224-2011 or email sshanes@brookdalecc.edu or cpshealthcare@brookdalecc.edu
New! Accelerated Pharmacy Technician Exam Prep
This accelerated review class is for current pharmacy technicians who are preparing to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE).
Prerequisites:
- 18 years of age or older
- Students must be a graduate of a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or have equivalent work experience as a pharmacy technician (min. 500 hours experience).
Code: XMEDG 252
Questions or additional information can be obtained by forwarding any inquiries to Scott Shanes at 732-224-2011 or email sshanes@brookdalecc.edu or cpshealthcare@brookdalecc.edu
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Transfer Opportunities
Transfer Agreements by Academic Program: Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between Brookdale and other colleges and universities. These agreements define how the courses you complete at Brookdale will apply to your future bachelor’s degree when you transfer into a baccalaureate program.
