HI 2100
Pharmacy Technician Specialist
Learn the essential skills of handling medications and assisting in a pharmacy environment.
Program Overview
Certification earned
Certified Pharmacy Technicians play vital roles in the healthcare system. In the past, technicians were looked upon as people behind the counter who fill prescriptions and count pills. With the evolving and expanded role the pharmacy technician plays, your professional services will ensure that patients receive the best health care outcomes and obtain the best results from their medications.
- Receive and process prescription requests from patients and those sent electronically from doctors’ offices
- Accurately count, weigh, pour and mix medications
- Prepare accurate prescription labels and package prescriptions
- Prepare and process insurance claim forms and manage inventory
What You’ll Learn – HI 2100 Pharmacy Technician Specialist
Certified Pharmacy Technicians play vital roles in the healthcare system. In the past, technicians were looked upon as people behind the counter who fill prescriptions and count pills. With the evolving and expanded role the pharmacy technician plays, your professional services will ensure that patients receive the best health care outcomes and obtain the best results from their medications.
This 16-week online Pharmacy Technician certification program provides comprehensive training in the areas of Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, and Pharmacy Technician Principles and Practices.
The Pharmacy Technician Certification program is designed to equip you with the knowledge required to take the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
* This is a Certification Preparation program and DOES NOT contain all required components of an ASHP-Accredited program, specifically the simulation/lab component and a required externship. Learn about our accredited RX-3000 program here.
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Program Details
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- Expert-led video based training
- 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 are provided at no additional cost to students. However, students have access to these materials for a limited time frame aligned with their program. Access to these materials outside of this period is not guaranteed, and students may be responsible for costs associated with any extended access.
- 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 Specialist
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Tuition Cost
Pharmacy Technician Specialist Training Online
Monthly, weekly and bi-weekly payment plan options are available. These payment plans include a 3.5% fee per transaction. Students who choose to pay in full will not be charged the transaction fee.
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
FAQs for MedCerts’ Online Pharmacy Technician Certification Training Program
A Pharmacy Technician Specialist assists pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory and providing customer service in various healthcare settings. They handle prescription processing, understand pharmacology and medication safety, perform dosage calculations and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
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, you should complete a training program like the one offered by MedCerts, which prepares you for certification exams such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT). After completing the program, graduates need to pass the certification exam and meet any additional state requirements, such as background checks.
In the MedCerts online Pharmacy Technician certification training course, you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Human anatomy and medical terminology
Pharmacy technician principles and practices
Receiving and processing prescription requests
Accurately counting, weighing, pouring and mixing medications
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 earning a High School Diploma or GED, internet access, course registration and payment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $3,000. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for exams.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $234 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 16 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, 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, the NHA. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
Disclaimers
- 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.
