Online Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program
Our self-paced, online pharmacy technician program is designed to prepare you for certification and a role as a pharmacy technician in as little as 4 months.
- $69/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-9 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
- $69/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-9 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
- Roles of a Pharmacy Technician
- Terminology and Body Systems
- Drug Actions and Interactions
- Pharmacy Operations and Drug Resources
- Dosage Forms, Prescriptions, Medication Orders
- Managing Inventory and Financial Management
- Pharmacy Calculations and Compounding
- Vaccines, Analgesics, Vitamins, Respiratory Agents
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Proven Reputation
A+ BBB Rating, 40 Years in distance education, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.
DEAC Accredited
The DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
Affordable Tuition
Payment Plan: $69/month ($1,379 total) or Pay-in-Full: $1,079. See full tuition details.
Top Program
Our Pharmacy Technician course is one of our top programs, and is a highly in-demand field.
Proven Reputation
A+ BBB Rating, 40 Years in distance education, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.
DEAC Accredited
The DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
Affordable Tuition
Payment Plan: $69/month ($1,379 total) or Pay-in-Full: $1,079. See full tuition details.
Top Program
Our Pharmacy Technician course is one of our top programs, and is a highly in-demand field.
Walgreens® Pharmacy Technician Externship
Graduates are eligible to take advantage of an 80-hour Walgreens externship. The externship does not have an additional tuition cost, and is available to all graduates who meet the Walgreens Externship standard requirements. Even though the externship is optional, we encourage our graduates to take advantage of this great resource to get valuable hands-on experience. If you meet the requirements, our graduate support team will help you set up the externship in your area!
Course Outline
Graduates of the Pharmacy Technician course will be trained in written and oral medical and pharmaceutical terminology, as well as basic human anatomy and physiology. They will be able to perform basic mathematical functions and dosage calculations utilizing metric, apothecary, and household systems. These skills will prepare them for an entry-level position in a hospital or retail setting.
Quick Facts
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Lessons: 28
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Quizzes: 28
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Complete in as little as 4 months
KimDao Collier, B.A., PharmD
Meet the Lead Instructor/Course Expert
KimDao Collier is a pharmacist and serves as the instructor for the Pharmacy Technician course at U.S. Career Institute. She graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and further went on to receive her Doctor of Pharmacy Degree at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Denver, Colorado. KimDao currently works as a staff pharmacist at one of Intermountain Health Hospital’s Outpatient Pharmacies in the Denver area. She’s been in the pharmacy healthcare space for nearly 20 years starting as a pharmacy technician working and studying her way up to her current position. Along the path to her fulfilling career, she’s worked with amazing teachers and mentors that helped guide her on her journey and that’s what she wants to be to individuals who are looking to serve people in healthcare.
KimDao Collier, B.A., PharmD
Meet the Lead Instructor/Course Expert
KimDao Collier is a pharmacist and serves as the instructor for the Pharmacy Technician course at U.S. Career Institute. She graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and further went on to receive her Doctor of Pharmacy Degree at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Denver, Colorado. KimDao currently works as a staff pharmacist at one of Intermountain Health Hospital’s Outpatient Pharmacies in the Denver area. She’s been in the pharmacy healthcare space for nearly 20 years starting as a pharmacy technician working and studying her way up to her current position. Along the path to her fulfilling career, she’s worked with amazing teachers and mentors that helped guide her on her journey and that’s what she wants to be to individuals who are looking to serve people in healthcare.
Program Reviews
Very straightforward, organized, and professional presentation. I took the pharmacy technician online course and it was very informational and good preparation for the world of pharmacy. The staff were very friendly, helpful, and quick to respond. I highly recommend them!
Vanessa G. Pharmacy Technician Student
Overachiever student It's a excellent school. I've done the pharmacy technician course at this school a few years ago and I loved it. The cost for the courses are reasonable. I love that you can study at your own pace. . There's help available whenever you need it ...Staff are very helpful...
T. Bowman Pharmacy Technician Student
I'm not far into my Pharmacy Technician program, but so far it has been amazing! The material is easy to understand and they provide you with everything you need to get 100% on your quizzes! Highly recommend for any one with a super busy schedule! It works great with my schedule and I have a full time job, a side job, a new born baby, as well as a new home we are renovating.
K. Dubs Pharmacy Technician Student
I have enjoyed taking my Pharmacy Technician course thus far. Very easy to manage and the information is defined yet clear and understanding. I also like that they have the audio option to hear the lecture. The practice exams are good questions to help with review. I am glad I chose this institution for my learning. Thank you.
Brittany G. Pharmacy Technician Student
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Get instant access! · 5-day money-back commitment · $69/month
Career Outlook & Certification
Median Salary
$40,300*
Number of jobs
463,900*
Job Growth by 2033
7%*
Pharmacy Technician Certification
Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute's online Pharmacy Technician certificate program prepares you to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Included with our course, we cover the cost of your certification exam, study guide and practice test – a $218 value!+
As of March 1, 2024, our program can be used to fulfill the education requirements and/or gain certification or licensure (or licensure is exempt) in most states. See state specific requirements.
Job growth for pharmacy technicians is over 2x greater than all other jobs by 2032*.
People transition into a pharmacy technician job because it offers a comfortable wage, good hours and benefits, a sense of fulfillment from helping others, reliability, job security, and it’s a growing field.
The certification process is straightforward, and no prior experience is required to become a pharmacy technician.
Tuition & Financing
U.S. Career Institute is committed to making your pharmacy technician
education affordable and inclusive. Start a new career that you’ll love and find fulfilling
without a
mountain of debt!
5-Day Money-Back Commitment
After you receive your first lesson, you have 5 full days to decide if our program is the best route for you. Learn more.
Student Support & Coaching
Your tuition includes access to instructors via phone and email, student services, tutoring, resume and job interview support, and one-on-one career coaching $400 value**.
Learning Materials Included
Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Hard copy books are also available for under $50. Everything is included - no hidden fees after enrollment.
*Plus one-time $29 application charge..
**First payment includes $40 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
How to Enroll
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Provide us with basic information - Our form asks for your name, email, phone, date of birth and education level. You must be at least 16 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
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Pay for your tuition: You can pay-in-full or choose our monthly payment plan.
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Sign the enrollment agreement and disclosures
That’s all! It Just takes about 5 minutes then you’re ready to start your first lesson.
Program FAQs
We assist you with every one of these steps:
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Prerequisites: A High School diploma or equivalent is required to be a Pharmacy Technician.
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Enroll in an accredited pharmacy technician program such as ours to gain the needed skills through our interactive learning modules and career support. Our program is typically completed in 4-9 months.
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You’ll now be prepared to pass the PTCE or ExCPT exam - administered online or in person by the PTCB or NHA. PTCE or ExCPT cost is included in your tuition.
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Meet with our career coaches to help you prepare your resume and get ready for job interviews!
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You may take our optional externship through Walgreens to get additional hands-on experience.
Read our full article on How to Become a Pharmacy Technician
While it depends on what state you live in, most places
require some form of certification to work as a pharmacy technician. You can review
the Pharmacy
Technician Requirements by State to determine what is required where you
live.
A career in this field may require you to meet certain
licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You
should check with your state, local government and/or licensing board to find out
which requirements may be applicable in your state.
IMPORTANT State Licensing Requirements: Click here for more information.
U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance
Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is
listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
When you enroll in our self-paced pharmacy technician
program, you choose how much you study each week. You can complete our program in as
little as 4 months, on average, our online Pharmacy
Technician program is completed in 9 months!
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