Pharmacy Technician Training Program
Earn your credentials from a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board® (PTCB®) - Recognized Training Program and prepare to take the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam® (PTCE®).
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Overview
Become a certified Pharmacy Technician
Embark on a fulfilling pharmacy career with our Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Our 16-week program allows you to gain the skills required for safe patient care. The self-paced format ensures you can start the course immediately, plus, you can complete the program at an accelerated pace — as quickly as eight weeks.
Successful course completion qualifies you to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam® (PTCE®). The $860 registration fee includes PTCB practice test and PTCE exam fees. Get today. Your path to a pharmacy career starts here!
The Pharmacy Technician Training Program has no prerequisites; it is open to all individuals who want to become certified pharmacy technicians.
Note: Please be aware of the pharmacy technician certification requirements for the state in which you will work. Each state has their own requirements which could include items such as being at least 18 years old, having a high school diploma or GED, passing the PTCE® certification exam, passing a criminal background check or other requirements.
Program Specifics
More information about the course can be found at Purdue’s College of Pharmacy website.
Module 1: Role of the Pharmacy Technician/Federal Requirements
Learn the essentials of online learning, the pharmacy technician profession, relevant laws, and the various settings where technicians work. Build your understanding of pharmacy law, regulations, and different practice areas to lay a strong foundation.
Module 2: Order Entry/Processing
Develop skills in medication order processing and patient communication, with a focus on respiratory and cardiovascular medications. Learn how drugs interact in the body and how to process prescriptions efficiently.
Module 3: Compounding
Master nonsterile and sterile compounding techniques, as well as aseptic methods. Learn about medications for mental health, pain, and chronic conditions like diabetes. Enhance your calculation skills to ensure accurate prescription handling.
Module 4: Patient Safety/Quality Assurance
Focus on medication safety, pharmacy informatics, and supply chain management. Explore gastrointestinal treatments and dietary supplements, while learning to prevent medication errors and improve patient outcomes.
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