Abram Friedman Occupational Center Pharmacy Technician Program
1646 South Olive Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
ph: 213-765-2513
alt: 213-765-2400
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Pre-requisites
Pre-Requisites
- Must be at least 18 years of age upon completion date
- No felonies in your background
- Have a High School diploma or GED
- Pass the Reading & Math proficiency exams
Proficiency Exams
Prior to entering the class, students must come the the counseling office and take the following proficiency exams:
Reading
&
Math
Students must also write their names and contact information in our waiting list and await for the instructor to schedule an interview.
Proficiency Exam Schedule:
The exams are administered on a first-come, first-serve basis on the following dates and times:
Monday-Thursday 9:30am
Saturday 9:30am
Location: Counseling Office
Job Outlook
Employment is expected to increase much faster than the average, and job opportunities are expected to be good.
Employment change. Employment of pharmacy technicians and aides is expected to increase by 25 percent from 2008 to 2018, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. The increased number of middle-aged and elderly people—who use more prescription drugs than younger people—will spur demand for pharmacy workers throughout the projection period. In addition, as scientific advances lead to new drugs, and as more people obtain prescription drug coverage, pharmacy workers will be needed in growing numbers.
Employment of pharmacy technicians is expected to increase by 31 percent. As cost-conscious insurers begin to use pharmacies as patient-care centers and pharmacists become more involved in patient care, pharmacy technicians will continue to see an expansion of their role in the pharmacy. In addition, they will increasingly adopt some of the administrative duties that were previously performed by pharmacy aides, such as answering phones and stocking shelves. As a result of this development, demand for pharmacy aides should decrease, and employment is expected to decline moderately, decreasing by 6 percent over the projection period.
Job prospects. Job opportunities for pharmacy technicians are expected to be good, especially for those with previous experience, formal training, or certification. Job openings will result from employment growth, as well as the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or leave the labor force.
Despite declining employment, job prospects for pharmacy aides also are expected to be good. As people leave this occupation, new applicants will be needed to fill the positions that remain.
Information obtained from: www.bls.gov
Preparing for the Math Proficiency Exam:
Students are advised to review their basic math skills, such as: multiplication tables, adding, subtracting (with decimals), fractions, and percentages.
If you need assistance in any of these areas, you may enroll in one of the basic math classes offered at Abram Friedman to adult students for a minimal cost (contact the counseling office for more information). Our school has a high caliber of instructors that are waiting and willing to help you and make math fun and 'simple'. ~ Remember: You must also be a willing participant and be diligent to learn too! ~
Contact us today!
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1646 South Olive Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
ph: 213-765-2513
alt: 213-765-2400
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