CHSE 236 - Pharmacy Technician Externship

2 Credit Hour(s) / 2 Billing Hour(s)
This externship experience introduces the student to the skills necessary to perform the function of a pharmacy technician relative to prescription review, an introduction to prescription software, label preparation, and product selection during a hands-on activity in a live pharmacy environment. Students will be under preceptor supervision while at a hospital or community pharmacy.

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Minimum 2.5 in CHSE 235 within 1 year. Program Approval required
Placement Scores: Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 4 and Math Skills Level 10 (College-Ready with Support)
Course Note:

Minimum age of 18 required to enroll in this course.
Completion of Bloodborne Pathogens and HIPAA Training online; information given at orientation.
Negative 2-step TB (tuberculosis) skin test within the last year.
Students must pass an ICHAT criminal background check (credit card required) prior to worksite placement; information given at orientation.
Students will be charged a $50 fee for ACEMAPP required documentation. Contact the CHSE Externship Coordinator at 517-483-1410 to obtain program approval to enroll in this course.