University of Tampa Bay (UTB) — Pharmaceutical Education Reimagined · Est. February 2026
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Manufacturing & Operations

Manufacturing Technician

Current Position: Entry-level manufacturing staff

Duration
6–9 months
Cost
$2,500–$3,500
Certificate
Pharma Manufacturing Certificate
Level
Entry–Mid

The Manufacturing Technician Path

As a Manufacturing Technician, you operate at the entry-level manufacturing staff level within pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical operations. This UTB learning path is mapped specifically to the skills this role demands — combining hands-on technical training with the regulatory and business knowledge employers expect. Complete the recommended courses to earn the Pharma Manufacturing Certificate and position yourself for your next career move.

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Career Outcome
Next Step: Manufacturing Scientist or Production Supervisor

Your Course Roadmap

01
PHM-101
Solid Oral Dosage Manufacturing Fundamentals
02
PHM-102
API Synthesis and Chemical Manufacturing
03
PHM-103
Formulation Development and Optimization
04
PHM-104
Tablet Compression and Coating Technologies
05
QA-101
GMP Fundamentals and Regulatory Requirements
06
PHM-201
Advanced Manufacturing Processes
07
PHM-202
Process Optimization and Efficiency
08
BUS-101
Portfolio Management Fundamentals

8 recommended courses · leading to the Pharma Manufacturing Certificate

CERTIFICATE EARNED

Pharma Manufacturing Certificate

Duration
6–9 months
Cost
$2,500–$3,500
Credits
8 Courses
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This Path Is Delivered Through the Small Molecule Manufacturing Specialist Track

Your Career Progression

Current Role
Entry-level manufacturing staff
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This Program
Pharma Manufacturing Certificate
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Career Outcome
Manufacturing Scientist or Production Supervisor

Ready to Become a Manufacturing Technician?

Your role. Your courses. Your certificate. UTB makes the path clear — from day one.

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