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25 WEEKS

PROGRAM LENGTH

CPhT

CERTIFICATIONS

$4,000.00*

Pay in full

TUITION

ISSUING AUTHORITY

*You can pay as little as $267 per month. For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.

What Does A Pharmacy Technician Do?

Pharmacy technicians are professionals who play an important role in healthcare, working with pharmacists to ensure patients receive their medications and are knowledgeable about how to use them.

The daily role of a pharmacy technician includes measuring, filling, and dispensing medications, as well as assisting with billing or other patient questions. They also support the pharmacists through maintaining patient records, managing inventory, and repackaging materials.

Where Does A Pharmacy Technician Work?

Pharmacy technicians work in pharmacies, hospitals, clinics and nursing homes.

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

Textbooks: RX-3000 Student Workbook and Simulation Manual & RX-3000 Simulation Kit

eBook: The Pharmacy Technician

Simulation Kit

Competency assessments

National Certification exam fee

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Outcomes

The demand for patient care technicians will continue to grow and, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment is expected to rise consistently through 2030.

  • Pharmacy technicians can expect to earn a salary of between $28,740 and $47,580
  • Graduates of the pharmacy technician program will have acquired the skills necessary to work in a wide range of healthcare settings, including hospitals, pharmacies, and drug stores
  • Pharmacy technician students will complete the program with a thorough understanding of human anatomy, medical terminology, and professionalism in allied health

Skills Learned

Upon completion of this certified pharmacy technician program you’ll learn a number of skills, including how to:

  • Accurately count, weigh, pour and mix medications
  • Prepare accurate prescription labels and package prescriptions
  • Prepare and process insurance claim forms and manage inventory

  • Establish and maintain patient profiles as well as computerized patient records

  • 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

PROGRAM PREVIEW

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN JOB POSSIBILITIES

pharmacy worker checking out medication

Pharmacy
Technician

$19,000 – $49,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

Pharmacy
Assistant

$21,000 – $95,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

pharmacist mixing pills

Compounding Specialist
(Compounding pharmacy tech)

$24,000 – $55,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

The certified Pharmacy Technician training program will teach you all the skills you need to gain the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

PLEASE NOTE: Students residing in the state of Washington – this program is NOT approved for the long-term licensing of Pharmacy Technicians. The WA Board of Pharmacy has additional requirements if the student plans to permanently reside in Washington. If a student is living in WA short-term (less than 2-years) they can obtain a temporary license.

CPT

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.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN TUITION OPTIONS

In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details. 

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.

Pay for your training with an education loan through Sallie Mae or Meritize.

Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat using one of these options.

 

Many employers have education programs or will pay for continued education! Select “Corporate Invoice” if you need an invoice to process payment through company training tuition assistance/reimbursement plans. 

Download the free brochure below to your HR representative or manager and show them the benefits of gaining additional education!

Apply for a workforce grant through Sonoma County Job Link and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “WIOA” as your payment option. 

DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?​

Many employers offer education assistance programs. Download the brochures to show your employer the benefit of upskilling their employees.

PROGRAM COMPARISONS

PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Program & Tuition Cost
$5,000 average
Up to $20,000
Exam Fees, Books & Materials
Included
Up to $750
Job Ready In
3–6 months
24–48 months
Schedule Flexibility
On-demand 24/7
Set class schedule
Travel Requirements
None: 100% online
On-campus classrooms
Student Support
Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
Professors: scheduled office hours
Career Coaching
Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
Content Delivery
3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
Professor lectures

MEET YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST!

April is your Professional Development Specialist.  She is here to help you understand your program of interest, payment options and succeed!  Get in touch with April to learn more about your program, The Center for Professional Development with Pacific Union College and how to achieve your professional goals!

FAQ

Pharmacy technicians should be skilled in technical aspects of the job such as basic pharmacology, as well as possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail and communication skills.

Most pharmacy technicians work full time and work hours can exceed 40 hours per week. As some pharmacies are open 24/7, it’s not uncommon for pharmacy technicians to work overnights and weekends.

Some of the benefits that come with working as a pharmacy technician include job stability, flexible work schedule and the opportunity to advance into other healthcare-related fields.

Pharmacy technicians work under the direction of a pharmacist. Pharmacy technicians take orders from patients, fill prescriptions and have these verified by the pharmacist before issuing them to the patient. Other differences include certification requirements and pay rates.

The exam is only required once; however, to maintain the certification the Pharmacy Technician must obtain 20 hours of continuing education over a two year period. Numerous companies and organizations offer continuing education. If you let the 20 hour continuing education requirement pass, you’ll have to retake the exam.

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