We're excited to announce that Metrowest Healthcare Academy has officially changed its name to Pathway Vocational Institute of Health! Our name has changed, but our commitment to quality healthcare education remains the same under the same ownership and management.

Entrance Requirements

Pharmacy Technician Program:

To enroll in the hybrid (online and in-person) Pharmacy Technician program, students must meet the following criteria:

  • 18 years of age or older

  • Proof of high school diploma or its equivalent
  • Pass the entrance exam with an 80% score
  • Current physical examination and immunizations (MMR (measles, mumps, rubella,), Tetanus/Diptheria booster, Hepatitis B Vaccine series/Antibodies, Varicella (chickenpox) immunity)
  • A negative result for PPD (Mantoux test and negative chest x-ray) that is valid until the course completion
  • Negative drug screen
  • Criminal background check (CORI)
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs and to reach overhead
  • Ability to stand or walk for long periods
  • Proof of personal health insurance
  • Proof of Professional Liability Insurance
  • Proof of COVID Vaccination or provide a valid exemption/declination document
  • Proof of a current flu shot or provide a valid exemption/declination document
  • Have an American Heart Association CPR/BLS Certificate before the start of clinical rotation/externship. This training is offered on campus by an approved American Heart Association instructor.
  • Provide a valid government-issued picture ID (Passport, ID Card, Driver’s License, etc.)
  • To attend any of our online classes, students enrolling in any hybrid program MUST have a personal computer and internet access and download Zoom.