RX 3000
Pharmacy Technician Professional (ASHP/ACPE)
Gain the practical skills to work in a pharmacy, process prescriptions and assist customers through this ASHP/ACPE Accredited program.
Program Overview
Certifications earned
Hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and private practices depend on the expertise of certified pharmacy technicians for the preparation & distribution of accurate prescription medication and the delivery of exceptional customer care. You’ll act as the pharmacist’s right hand and assist with everything from processing prescription requests from patients and doctors, handling insurance claim forms, properly labeling medications and more.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
- Comply with pharmacy laws, HIPAA/HITECH, CMS and other healthcare regulations
- Demonstrate correct processing of medication orders; preparation, storage, and distribution of medications
- Apply patient-safety and medication-safety practices, and identify, handle, and safely dispose of hazardous materials
- Prepare medications requiring sterile, non-sterile and chemotherapy compounding
- Apply knowledge of pharmacology, Medication Therapy Management, and inventory management in the pharmacy
What You’ll Learn – RX 3000 Pharmacy Technician Professional (ASHP/ACPE)
MedCerts Pharmacy Technician program provides the highest level of training as defined by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). The ASHP/ACPE (Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education) recognizes pharmacy technician training programs that meet their quality and compliance standards through formal accreditation.
To earn the ASHP/ACPE certification for Pharmacy Technician Professional, you’ll complete three online courses: Professionalism in Allied Health, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, and Pharmacy Technician Principles and Practices. Additionally, you will participate in a 160-hour Externship at a pharmacy, furthering your skills by applying what you’ve learned through the online pharmacy technician training program in a real-world environment.
The combination of MedCerts online courses and the 160-hour externship will prepare you to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE), administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), and earn national recognition as a CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician). With your Certified Pharmacy Technician Professional training, you’ll be qualified for career opportunities like Pharmacy Technician, Oncology Technician, Infusion Technician, Pharmacy Technology Specialist, Compliance Specialist, Inpatient Technician, Pharmaceutical Sales and others.
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Program Details
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- Pass general education/math assessment
- Expert-led video based training
- Textbooks: RX-3000 Student Workbook and Simulation Manual
- Simulation Kit
- eBook: The Pharmacy Technician
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Career Outlook
Pharmacy Technician Professional (ASHP/ACPE)
Job Opportunities
openings in the US
potential
Tuition Cost
Pharmacy Technician Professional Online Training
- Interest rates from 0-12%
Active Duty Military Grants
MedCerts accepts education benefits from the Department of Defense for Active Duty Army, Coast Guard and Air Force.
Military Spouse Grants
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members in certain ranks may be eligible for assistance up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Workforce Grants
MedCerts partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.
FAQs
Pharmacy Technician Professional Certification Training Program—Frequently Asked Questions
A Pharmacy Technician is vital in settings such as hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and private practices. They assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing accurate prescription medications, managing inventory and processing insurance claim forms.
The career outlook for Pharmacy Technicians is very positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 6% over the next ten years.
Salaries can range from $32,000 to $57,000 annually, depending on experience, location and the specific office or clinic.
To become a pharmacy technician professional, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by completing a pharmacy technician training program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), like the one offered by MedCerts. After training, you must pass a certification exam, such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT).
In the MedCerts online Pharmacy Technician Professional certification training course you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Understanding the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional.
Complying with pharmacy laws, HIPAA/HITECH, CMS and other healthcare regulations.
Correctly processing medication orders and preparing, storing and distributing medications.
Applying patient safety and medication safety practices.
Identifying, handling and safely disposing of hazardous materials.
Preparing medications requiring sterile, non-sterile and chemotherapy compounding.
Applying knowledge of pharmacology, Medication Therapy Management and inventory management in the pharmacy.
The enrollment requirements include a high School Diploma or GED, internet access, course registration and payment. You must also pass a background check and pass general education/math assessment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for your examinations.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $346 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
MedCerts provides financial aid options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total program duration is 25 weeks.
The program is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.
Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The program includes expert-led video-based training, a textbook (“RX-3000 Student Workbook and Simulation Manual”), simulation kits, an ebook (“The Pharmacy Technician”), competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certification you’ll earn in this program is accredited through the exam-issuing authority, PTCB, and by ASHP. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
Disclaimers
- In compliance with ASHP accreditation requirements, the average PTCB/PTCE exam pass rate for MedCerts’ Pharmacy Technician program was 45% from 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2022. In 2023 (01/2023 – 4/23/2023), our average exam pass rate was 59%.
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
