Program Description

The Associate in Science degree in Pharmacy Management (PHM-AS) 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 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 PHM-AS 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 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