Application Process

Health Sciences Application Process

Admission to Austin Community College does not guarantee admission to a Health Sciences program. ALL Health Sciences program applicants must:

1. Enroll in ACC and begin taking relevant program prerequisites
2. Follow the admission steps for the Health Sciences program you prefer.
3. Collect the required documentation and/or complete all immunizations before applying for program admission.
4. Submit your program application (a criminal background check may be required)

 

Pharmacy Technician Application Steps

New students are accepted into the Pharmacy Technician program each Fall and Spring semester. The application deadline for Fall is July 1st. The application deadline for Spring is November 1st. Note: Admission to Austin Community College does not guarantee admission to any Health Sciences program.

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Step 1

Apply to ACC.

Step 2

Fulfill all immunization requirements (some immunizations can take six months to complete). Your completed immunization form is due at the time you apply for program admission.

Step 3
Take the Compass assessment test – (math score 26 and reading score 81 needed for this program)

• Students will be exempt from testing if they prove proficiency in the required skills with:
  1. A passing score on a state-approved assessment test or
  2. Completion of required developmental education for that area or
  3. exemption or completion of TSI requirements.

Click here to learn more about COMPASS

Step 4
Attend an Information Session.

Step 5
Complete a Pharmacy Technician program application packet. If accepted, the department will notify you regarding criminal background checks.