Turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding career.

If you’re passionate about helping others, a career in healthcare could be the perfect match for you. Pharmacy technicians play a vital role in patient care, and with the growing demand for skilled professionals in this field, now is the ideal time to step into this rewarding and high-demand career path.

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What is a pharmacy technician?

Pharmacy technicians are healthcare professionals who focus on the non-clinical tasks of pharmacy practice. They support pharmacists and collaborate with other healthcare team members to help patients. While they are commonly associated with community pharmacies, pharmacy technicians can work in a wide range of healthcare settings.

Where do pharmacy technicians work?

Pharmacy technicians often work in settings like community pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and compounding pharmacies. In these roles, they assist with filling prescriptions, compounding medications, preparing IVs, managing inventory, and processing insurance claims. 
Community pharmacy
Fill prescriptions and manage the pharmacy
Hospital Pharmacy
Prepare IV's and make sterile compounds
Insurance company
Approve claims and process prior authorizations.
Pharma marketing
Educate doctors about new drugs
In addition to pharmacy settings, certified pharmacy technicians often work in other areas of healthcare. They are employed by insurance companies or pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to process claims, work as pharmaceutical sales representatives educating doctors about new medications, and assist in medical offices by managing prescription processing.

With formal training and certification, pharmacy technicians have a wide range of career options and advancement opportunities.

Pharmacy technicians are in high demand

The Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a positive job outlook for pharmacy technicians, with an anticipated 7% annual growth rate. Salaries for pharmacy technicians range from $39,000 to $69,000, depending on location and work setting, offering great earning potential in this rapidly growing field.

7%

Annual job growth through 2033

463,900

Number of pharmacy technician jobs, 2023

$39-69k

Average salary range
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Pharmacy Technicians, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm 
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 29-2052 Pharmacy Technicians, at https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes292052.htm

How to become a pharmacy technician?

Most states require obtaining a license from the state board of pharmacy. Licensing requirements vary by state but generally include a high school diploma or GED, completion of a formal education or training program, and passing a criminal background check.

Some states and employers also require pharmacy technicians to be certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Even in areas where certification isn’t mandatory, earning it can increase your chances of securing a job or receiving a higher starting salary.

Our State Requirements Guide can help you navigate your state's requirements and get started.
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What is the
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board?

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is a nationally recognized organization that certifies pharmacy technicians.
The PTCB was founded in 1995 by the American Pharmacists Association. Its mission is to advance medication safety by credentialing technicians who are qualified to support patient care teams in all practice settings.

The PTCB offers a certification exam that evaluates a pharmacy technician’s knowledge in key areas such as medication safety, pharmacy law, inventory management, and prescription processing.

As a highly respected organization, many states require PTCB certification for pharmacy technician licensure. Additionally, many employers offer raises and promotions to technicians who earn PTCB certification, recognizing it as a valuable professional credential.

Visit PTCB.org to learn more.
Certification

Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) is administered by the PTCB. Upon passing the exam, you’ll earn the title of Certified Pharmacy Technician and can proudly use the CPhT designation after your name.
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Education and Training Requirements

To take the certification exam, you must complete a PTCB-recognized program or have equivalent work experience.

Approved Education Program

PTCB-recognized education programs must meet the organization’s standards and cover all required knowledge areas. This is the recommended option for individuals with no experience or those with experience limited to specific areas of pharmacy practice.

Work Experience

Current pharmacy technicians with at least 500 hours of active work experience are eligible to take the PTCE without completing an approved education program. This option provides well-experienced technicians with a faster route to becoming certified.
Pharmacy Technician Academy

Our CPhT course is PTCB-recognized and fully online

The 1st Pass CPhT Course is an online, self-paced program recognized by the PTCB. It thoroughly covers all required knowledge domains, providing you with the skills and confidence needed to pass the certification exam on your first attempt.

What we offer

A cost-effective way to receive a high-quality education that fits seamlessly into your life.

Highly qualified instructors

All of our instructors hold a Doctorate degree in pharmacy and are experts in their field. Virtual office hours are available most weekdays, providing you with direct access to your instructor for support and guidance.

Engaging learning experience

The course includes prerecorded lectures, readings, practice worksheets, flashcards, and other interactive learning activities designed to help you learn and reinforce your understanding of the material.

Flexible learning schedule

Our program is a fully online and self-paced. The design allows you to learn anytime and anywhere that fits your schedule.

Affordability

By leveraging technology and our passion for teaching and pharmacy, we’ve been able to make education accessible to everyone.
“Enrolling in the Pharmacy Technician Academy was one of the best decisions I made for my career. The online, self-paced format allowed me to study on my own schedule, and the course materials were detailed and easy to follow. The instructors were knowledgeable and always available to answer questions. I felt fully prepared for the certification exam, and I passed on my first attempt! I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to become a certified pharmacy technician.” 
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