Program Overview
Official program overview
Program Overview
Credential abbreviation
Certificate in Faith Based Pharmacy Technician
Total program length
3 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Six to nine months
General education
Not required
Foundational faith based pharmacy technician courses
0 credit hours
Professional application courses
3 credit hours
Final applied project
0 credit hours
The Pharmacy Technician certificate program at HBI University integrates the essential technical competencies of medication preparation, pharmaceutical calculations, and inventory management with a profound commitment to Christian service and biblical stewardship. Beyond mastering the rigorous requirements of pharmacy law and ethical pharmaceutical practice, students are encouraged to view their role in the healthcare continuum as a ministry of healing and compassion. By emphasizing servant leadership in every patient interaction, this program prepares individuals to practice in the pharmacy setting with technical excellence, moral integrity, and a dedication to the holistic well-being of those they serve.
The certificate provides introductory academic and applied preparation for faith-based pharmacy technician-support, community-care, outreach, referral, and service-related roles. It does not constitute professional licensure or independent authorization to provide regulated clinical services.
Program Facts
Program facts
- Total program length
- 3 semester credit hours
- Normal completion time
- Six to nine months
- General education
- Not required
- Professional application courses
- 3 credit hours
- Academic unit
- HBIU Medical Training Institute
- Total credits
- 3
- Duration
- Not specified
Program Description
Official program description
Learning Outcomes
Student learning outcomes
- Understand and apply pharmaceutical calculations and measurement systems.
- Demonstrate knowledge of medication dispensing and compounding techniques.
- Implement effective inventory management strategies within a pharmacy setting.
- Provide excellent customer service and communication in a healthcare environment.
- Recognize and adhere to pharmacy laws and regulations.
- Work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team to optimize patient care.
- Utilize technology and pharmacy software effectively in daily operations.
Admission Requirements
Admission and entry requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and be proficient in basic math and English. A background check may also be required for admission.
Culminating Project
The capstone experience requires students to synthesize their technical proficiency with their spiritual formation through a summative project. Students must complete a comprehensive review of pharmacy operations, demonstrating their ability to apply pharmaceutical law through the lens of a Christian worldview. This final evaluation ensures that graduates have transitioned from academic theory to the practical application of ethical decision-making, confirming their capacity to serve as reliable, diligent, and compassionate assistants within the pharmacy profession.
Program Structure
Official program structure
Program Details
- Total Credits: 3
- Degree Level: Certificate
Semester-by-Semester Curriculum
Official course sequence
Year 1
Semester 1
3 credits| Code | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisite |
|---|
| PHAR150 | Ethics and Stewardship in Faith-Based Pharmacy Practice | 3 | None |
View DescriptionThis course explores the ethical frameworks and stewardship principles required for managing pharmaceutical services within mission-driven environments. Students will analyze case studies regarding equitable access to medications for underserved populations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions. |
Major / Core Requirements
Major and core requirements
General education | Not required
- Foundational faith based pharmacy technician courses | 0 credit hours
- Professional application courses | 3 credit hours
- Final applied project | 0 credit hours
- Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
- PHAR150 | Ethics and Stewardship in Faith-Based Pharmacy Practice | 3 | None
Graduation Requirements
Graduation and completion requirements
- To qualify for the Certificate in Faith Based Pharmacy Technician, candidates must complete the 24-credit curriculum with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Students must demonstrate competency in all clinical and theoretical modules, reflecting both technical accuracy and a steadfast commitment to professional ethics. Completion of the capstone project is mandatory, as it serves as a final testament to the student's readiness to steward their pharmaceutical knowledge in service to their neighbors and their community with Christ-centered excellence.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Career Opportunities
- Retail pharmacy technician
- Hospital pharmacy technician
- Pharmaceutical sales representative
- Compounding pharmacy technician
- Pharmacy inventory manager
- Customer service representative in pharmacies
- Pharmacy technician trainer
Additional Official Information
Additional source information
Important Notices
- The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
- HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
- HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
- Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
- The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
- Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
- Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
- This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
- Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
- Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
- Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
- Credential abbreviation | Certificate in Faith Based Pharmacy Technician
- Total program length | 3 semester credit hours
- Normal completion time | Six to nine months