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	Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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	Pharmacy Technicians

Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense prescription medication to customers or health professionals. Pharmacy technicians work in pharmacies, including those found in grocery and drug stores, and in hospitals. Most work full time, but many work part time. Becoming a pharmacy technician usually requires earning a high school diploma or the equivalent. Pharmacy technicians typically learn through on-the-job training, or they may complete a postsecondary education program. Most states regulate pharmacy technicians, which is a process that may require passing an exam or completing a formal education or training program. The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians was $30,410 in May 2015. Employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 9 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Increased demand for prescription medications will lead to more demand for pharmaceutical services. Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for pharmacy technicians. Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of pharmacy technicians with similar occupations. Learn more about pharmacy technicians by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Pharmacy Technicians
Health and Personal Care Stores	220,070
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals	65,530
Food and Beverage Stores (4451 and 4452 only)	35,190
General Merchandise Stores	33,480
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only)	12,790
Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses	8,850
Outpatient Care Centers	6,740
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	6,390
Offices of Physicians	5,930
Employment Services	3,740

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