Become a Certified Pharmacy Technician in Just 10 Weeks!
Advanced Pharmacy Academy provides Online, affordable, board-approved pharmacy technician training designed to be completed at your own pace in as little as 10 weeks.
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OVERVIEW
Ready for a meaningful career in healthcare?
Consider a career as a pharmacy technician! Our online Pharmacy Technician Career Certificate offers flexible learning, hands-on experience, and prepares you for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. It's time to level up your journey and seize this opportunity—your future in healthcare starts now!
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Our designation as a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program ensures your comprehensive preparation for the PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) examination.
Affordability
Reduced tuition, makes quality education more accessible and affordable for you.
Flexibility
Tailor your learning to fit your schedule, enabling you to balance studies with other commitments seamlessly.
Open Enrollment
Enjoy the freedom to self-enroll without the hassle of a lengthy application process.
Convenience
Access course materials from anywhere, providing a convenient learning experience that suits your lifestyle.
Online Lectures
Asynchronous lectures are seamlessly accessible through our e-learning dashboard, encompassing pre-recorded video lectures, quizzes, and various student resources.
Notably, the program's modular structure empowers learners to progress at a self-determined pace, affording you flexibility to conclude the program within their preferred timeframe. Students are permitted to complete a maximum of three chapters per week.
Program Goals
In this program students will:
- Learn foundational knowledge in pharmaceutical calculations, medication dispensing procedures, and pharmacy law and ethics.
- Learn to assist pharmacists in medication preparation, inventory management, and customer service in both retail and hospital settings.
- Prepare to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE).
What You'll Learn
A practical overview of the topics and skills covered across each unit of the program.
Getting Started
Unit 2: The Language & Math of Pharmacy
Unit 3: The Medications
Unit 4:Patient Safety & Quality
Unit 5: Federal Requirements
Unit 6: Order Entry & Operations
Unit 7: Exam Readiness
Externship Opportunities
Upon successful completion of online coursework, students may elect to participate in a 130-hour externship at CVS .
Admission to the externship necessitates passing a background check, a 10-panel drug screen, and maintaining a minimum cumulative grade average of 70%.
Interactive Student Community
Join a vibrant online community where you can connect with peers, ask questions, share tips, and stay motivated. Enjoy access to live study sessions, virtual events, challenges, and more. All designed to keep you engaged and supported every step of the way.
Earn Your Certification for About Half the Cost of Other Vocational Schools. Start your education journey today.
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