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Learn the essential skills of handling medications and assisting in a pharmacy environment in our online ASHP/ACPE accredited Pharmacy Technician certification program.
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25 Weeks
Program Length
CPhT
Certifications
$4,000.00
TUITION
Issuing Authority
A certified pharmacy technician is able to work alongside pharmacists in order to help patients receive their proper medications. They play a vital role to provide 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.
Pharmacy technicians work in pharmacies, hospitals, clinics and nursing homes.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the job outlook for pharmacy technicians from 2020-2030 is projected to grow 4%, with about 31,700 openings for pharmacy technicians projected each year.
The BLS reports the median annual wage for a pharmacy technician in 2020 was $35,100. The top locations in which they worked include hospitals, pharmacies and drug stores.
Upon completion of this certified pharmacy technician program you’ll learn a number of skills, including how to:
Pharmacy
Technician
$19,000 - $49,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Pharmacy
Assistant
$21,000 - $95,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Compounding Specialist
(Compounding pharmacy tech)
$24,000 - $55,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
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.
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.
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. Follow the below steps to begin your registration process.
Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat.
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 NCWorks and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “NCWorks Grant” as your payment option.
Pay in Full
$4,000
ONE TIME COST
Pay in full
Pay in full for your program using PayPal, Venmo or a credit card.
Payment Plan
$4,000
INSTALLMENTS
Flexible payment option
We accept employer sponsored payments including tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement.
Tuition Assistance
$4,000
COMPANY INVOICE
Employer sponsored payment
We accept employer sponsored payments including tuition assistance/reimbursement.
Greensboro College | Community College | |
|---|---|---|
Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 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 |
Kelly is your Workforce Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options, and succeed! Get in touch with Kelly to learn more about the program, Greensboro College, and how to achieve your workforce development goals!
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.
Greensboro College, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, provides the highest quality training in order to best serve students and surrounding communities. Our specialized career training programs provide up-to-date and in-demand skills, preparation and certification, ensuring that everyone who completes our programs is of the highest caliber.
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