Online Pharmacy Technician
Certificate Program For Ohio Students
Our self-paced, online pharmacy technician program for Ohio residents 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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Course Outline
Our online Pharmacy Technician course offers Ohio students in-depth training in medical and pharmaceutical terminology, both written and spoken, along with core concepts in human anatomy and physiology. Graduates will acquire the skills necessary to perform crucial mathematical functions and dosage calculations using metric, apothecary, and household measurement systems. This training prepares students for entry-level positions in retail pharmacies, hospitals, and various healthcare settings.
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
What's Inside the Course
Beginner-Friendly Lessons
Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.
Engaging Curriculum
Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.
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Get instant access! · 5-day money-back commitment · $69/month
Pharmacy Technician Career
Outlook & Certification in Ohio
$38,390*
17,500*
3%*
Certification
Upon graduation from our pharmacy tech program for Ohio residents, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute's 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 $208 value!+
Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Ohio
Ohio currently employs 17,080 pharmacy technicians.* There are thousands of pharmacy tech jobs open in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton and many other cities in Ohio, according to Indeed.com. Pharmacy technicians work in retail pharmacies (such as CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, independent pharmacies, and certain grocery stores), hospitals and clinics, long term care facilities, mail-order pharmacies, military and government facilities, compounding pharmacies, along with other pharmaceutical industries working in research, manufacturing, or quality control of medications.\
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 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!
Tuition & Financing
*Plus one-time $29 application charge..
**First payment includes $40 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
Ohio Pharmacy Technician FAQs
How can I become a Pharmacy Technician in Ohio?
Meet Basic Requirements: You must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and have no disqualifying criminal convictions.
Complete Training: Enroll in an accredited pharmacy technician program or gain equivalent on-the-job training approved by a supervising pharmacist.
Obtain Certification: Pass a certification exam like the PTCE or ExCPT. Our program here at USCI pays for your certification exam fee.
Apply for Registration: Register with the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy. Submit your application, required documentation, and pay the applicable fee.
Apply to Jobs: Apply to positions at pharmacies, hospitals, long term care facilities, or other healthcare organizations. Our career coaching program will guide you with resume preparation, mock interviews and more.
How much does a Pharmacy Technician make in Ohio?
Pharmacy Technicians in Ohio make on average $38,290* per year according to O*Net.
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