Samantha Huntsman, M.S., CPhT

Biography

Samantha is the Program Chair for the Pharmacy Technician program at Northwest Career College. She began her journey at NCC as an instructor and now oversees the program, supporting students as they prepare for meaningful careers in pharmacy.

Before joining NCC, Samantha spent six years working in community pharmacy. She earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Southern Utah University and completed her master’s studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

In her role, Samantha focuses on supporting student success and preparing future pharmacy technicians for meaningful careers in healthcare. She also has a long-standing interest in environmental conservation, particularly water pollution and sustainability, which was the focus of her research in school. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, listening to Filipino Pop music, and playing Fortnite with her niece and nephew.