Professional Development
Pharmacy Technician Professional
What does a Pharmacy Technician Professional do?
A certified pharmacy technician is a professional who is able to work alongside pharmacists in order to help patients receive their proper medications. They play a vital role in providing safe and effective patient care.
Pharmacy technicians work with pharmacists to provide quality patient care by filling prescriptions and measuring and dispensing the required medication dosage to patients. They also assist with billing and record-keeping of patient records, as well as managing medication inventory.
Where Can You Work?
Pharmacy technicians work in pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes.
Length
25 Weeks
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- Pass a background check
- Pass general education/math assessment
Training Materials Provided
- Expert-led video based training
- eBooks: RX-3000 Student Workbook and Simulation Manual
- Simulation Kit
- eBook: The Pharmacy Technician
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
Cost
$4,000
Allied Healthcare Professional
Healthcare employment is projected to grow by 13% from 2021 to 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that over the next decade there will be nearly 2 million new positions available for those interested in healthcare.
Upon completion of this program, you’ll learn a number of skills, including:
- How to accurately count, weigh, pour and mix medications.
- How to prepare accurate prescription labels and package prescriptions.
- How to prepare and process insurance claim forms and manage inventory.
- How to establish and maintain patient profiles as well as computerized patient records.
- How to receive and process prescription requests from patients and those sent electronically from doctors’ offices.
Courses - 25 Weeks
- Professionalism in Allied Health
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
- Pharmacy Technician Principles and Practices ASHP
- Pharmacy Technician Externship
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Pharmacy Technician Professional Job Possibilities
Pharmacy Technician
$19,000 – $49,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Compounding Specialist
$24,000 – $55,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Pharmacy Assistant
$21,000 – $95,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Certification Information
The certified Pharmacy Technician training program will teach you all the skills you need to gain the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). The PTCB is a non-governmental organization that administers the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. In addition, they maintain CPT records and manage the recertification process.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
The Pharmacy Technician certification exam provides the opportunity to work in a pharmacy setting and receive requests for prescriptions from doctor’s offices and patients.
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Payment Options
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Program Comparison
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Emerge Education
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Community College
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Program & Tuition Cost
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$4,000 average
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Up to $20,000
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Exam Fees, Books & Materials
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Included
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Up to $750
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Job Ready In
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3–6 months
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24–48 months
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Schedule Flexibility
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On-demand 24/7
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Set class schedule
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Travel Requirements
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None: 100% online
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On-campus classrooms
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Student Support
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Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
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Professors: scheduled office hours
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Career Coaching
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Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
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Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
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Content Delivery
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3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
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Professor lectures
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Meet Your Training Specialist
Lauren Holubec is your Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Lauren to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please contact Lauren directly so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 25 weeks, making students job-ready in 6 months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
No, these courses do not count for college credit.
