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Programs and Services SNAP Path to Work offers a variety of education and training programs and supports designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed in your next job.
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This course provides students with the theory and entry skills necessary to safely provide basic pharmacy technician support in a community pharmacy. Students will become familiar with prescription reading, filling, inventory control, preparing medications for pharmacist to dispense, preparing labels; calculating quantities; and assembling other pharmaceutical therapies, HIPPA, working effectively within a health care team, including patient and residents rights, professionalism, and communication skills.
Must be able to stoop and stand for long periods of time. Physician’s note is required if student is pregnant, or has existing medical conditions; stating no restrictions.
Must be available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends
Note:
Wrap-Around Services could include (but not exhaustive to):
Work Place Behavior & Soft Skill Training, Assistance with On-line Employment Applications, Labor Market Information, Job Development & Referrals, Staff Directed Job Search and Employer Visits, Career and Job Search Counseling, Active Job Search and follow through, Orientation & Membership in a Career Center System, Career Assessment, Case Management Sessions, Resume Development, Cover letters, Networking Skills, Interviewing Skills, Job Matching, Job Readiness Skill Building, Telephone Techniques.
Participants
Individuals who are receiving SNAP benefits.
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
30
Program Duration
20 weeks
Rolling Admission
No
Program Start Dates
Rotations throughout Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer semesters.
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
9:00am-3:00pm
Job Search
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9:00am-3:00pm
Employment and Training
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Other Schedule Information
The above schedules are based on a total number of enrolled students.
Classes are held throughout the year.
Anticipated outcomes
Pharmacy Technician in Training |Stackable Credential(s) | Employment/Promotion | Industry skills gain | If individual passes the National PTCE exam | MA PhT license from MA Board of Pharmacy
Participant Supports
Participant Support Category
All participants
As needed
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
✓
DTA SNAP Transportation Support
✓
Test/License Fees
✓
Books/Supplies
✓
Clothing/Uniforms
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Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?