Pharmacy Technician

A Pharmacy Technician assists with the filling of customer prescriptions at a pharmacy. You’ll work under the supervision of a qualified pharmacist and your duties may include preparing medications and ensuring they are correctly labelled. Pharmacy Technicians might also check stock levels of pharmaceutical products and order new products when required.

Pharmacy Technicians need to have excellent attention to detail and strong administrative skills. You’ll need to be able to communicate well with customers and colleagues and follow correct procedures. Pharmacy Technicians should have a thorough understanding of pharmacy legislation and an excellent knowledge of pharmaceutical products.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a pharmacy technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIR30116

Certificate III in Community Pharmacy

On Campus
4 months
$980 - $0
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIR20116

Certificate II in Community Pharmacy

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
$0 - $4,290
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIR40216

Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary

On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
$0 - $5,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT37121

Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support

On Campus, Traineeship
9 - 18 months
$2,326 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIR40116

Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy

Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Community Pharmacy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Community Pharmacy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmacy Technician
HLT47121

Certificate IV in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support

Traineeship
24 months
$5,500
  • At least 1 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
  • At least 1 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
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