Program Description

The Associate in Science degree in Pharmacy Management provides students with a broad foundation in all areas of pharmacy management. This program uses a combination of lecture, laboratory, simulation, and clinical instruction.

The Associate in Science degree in Pharmacy Management includes the Applied Technical Diploma in:

Pharmacy Technician

Program Information

A student first will be admitted to Pensacola State College, and after satisfying all admission requirements for this program, the student is considered for admission to the program.

The graduate of the program that is seeking to become a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) must successfully complete the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) exam for pharmacy technicians.

Program Admission Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• College Application; and
• Must be at least 17 years of age.

Program Progression Requirements

Progression through the Associate in Science degree in Pharmacy Management program requires the following.

• A grade of C or higher in courses in the curriculum.
• Satisfactory completion of clinical requirements which include the following:
• Level II FDLE background screen;
• Urine drug screen;
• Immunizations and Vaccines; and
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification.

Program Completion Requirements

• Earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better in all courses applicable to the program of study.
• Meet the academic residence requirement of completing at least 25% of the program with classes at Pensacola State College.

Program Contact:

Dr. Mitzie Sowell
Department Head, Allied Health 
(850) 484-2308
msowell@pensacolastate.edu