Pharmacy Technician (Ed2Go)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Synopsis Pharmacy Technician (Voucher Included) 

Program Location: Online

Course Objective:
Description: This online pharmacy technician certification course will prepare aspiring pharmacy technicians in how to assist the pharmacist in the packing and distribution of medication. Students will receive didactic and hands-on training to develop the skills necessary for employment in the field.

This pharmacy technician training program will empower you to pursue entry-level pharmacy tech positions by teaching you medical and pharmaceutical terminology, basic anatomy related to the pharmacology of medications, and pharmaceutical calculations. Through this pharmacy technician certification course, you will obtain hands-on practice in retail pharmacy procedures through an online lab module. 

You will learn what information is necessary to process prescriptions and physician orders and apply that knowledge to fill mock prescriptions. The curriculum in this pharmacy technician certification course also includes the ethics of pharmacy practice and education about prescription medications, patient care and interaction, and charges and reimbursement. 

Upon completion of this pharmacy technician training course, you will be prepared to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). This course includes a voucher which covers the fee for the exam. As a part of completing your pharmacy tech course online, you will also have the option to perform a hands-on, 130-hour Clinical Experience. Clinical Experiences are based on individual state board requirements. 

DISCLAIMER: This course does not meet state requirements for students intending to work in North Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. 

You must ensure that this pharmacy technician certification course meets your state's requirements. For more information, visit your state's Board of Pharmacy site or view a map directly from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) website. You can also call the state board and ask for the current technician regulations. 

Participation in a Clinical Experience is contingent upon successfully completing a background check and/or drug screening that is consistent with the requirements of both state and federal laws.

Competencies to be achieved:  
* Develop a comprehensive understanding of the pharmacy technician role, including essential professional skills and communication expectations necessary for success in a pharmacy setting 
* Understand pharmacy regulations and standards from regulatory agencies and professional associations to ensure patient safety, high-quality care, and proper medication handling 
* Gain practical knowledge of medication processing and handling procedures, including the ability to identify medication orders and read prescription forms accurately 
* Learn about medication storage guidelines and quality assurance procedures in the pharmacy department
* Develop essential skills for success as a pharmacy technician, including accuracy, attention to detail, and effective communication 

Pre-Requisites: To register for this course, you must be 18 years of age or older. You should be proficient in keyboarding (approximately 35 words per minute), have a basic understanding of a word-processing computer program (Microsoft Word is recommended), have a command of English grammar and punctuation, and have a basic understanding of high school math. 

To participate in the competency activities and receive feedback from your instructor, you will need to have access to a video camera (on the phone or other device of familiarity) and be able to upload the video as an .mp4 file to the assignment pages for review. These activities are required in order to pass the course successfully. 

Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): 

Total Tuition: $3,295.00

Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):The instructional materials required for this program are included with enrollment. The following digital textbook for the Medical Terminology course is accessed via links in the course lessons: 

* Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook) 

The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment in Pharmacy Technician and digital versions are also available via links in the course: 

* Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians A Worktext 
* Law and Ethics for Pharmacy Technicians 
* Fundamental Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians 
* Workbook for Fundamental Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians 
* The Pharmacy Technician: A Comprehensive Approach 

Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Hardware Requirements: 
* This course can be taken on a PC, Chromebook, or Mac.

Software Requirements: 
* PC: Windows 10 or later. 
* Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. 
* Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. 
* Microsoft Word Online 
* Adobe Acrobat Reader. 
* Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. 
Other: 
* Email capabilities and access to a personal email account. 

Instructional Material Requirements: 
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following digital textbook for the Medical Terminology course is accessed via links in the course lessons: 
* Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook) 

The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment in Pharmacy Technician and digital versions are also available via links in the course: 
* Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians A Worktext 
* Law and Ethics for Pharmacy Technicians 
* Fundamental Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians 
* Workbook for Fundamental Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians 
* The Pharmacy Technician: A Comprehensive Approach 

Lab Kit 
* Pharmacy Lab Kit (only available for residents of U.S./Canada; additional information available in the FAQs section) 
* Pharmacy Technician Lab Manual (eBook only, available via links in the course) 

Please note: Your Pharmacy Lab Kit will be sent separately from the rest of your materials and will be received within three months of enrollment; however, delivery times may be delayed further due to supply chain shortages. We are unable to deliver the Pharmacy Lab Kit to P.O. Boxes; you may be asked to provide an alternate shipping address for your delivery. 

WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:  
Name: Megan Purvis 
Email:  Megan.purvis@centralaz.edu 
Phone number: 520-494-6417 

Direct Website link to the program:  
Online Pharmacy Technician (Voucher Included) from Central Arizona Cohttps://careertraining.centralaz.edu/training-programs/pharmacy-technician/llege

Additional information: Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A 

Other requirements needed: 

Certification Requirements: 
* Reside in the United States of America or its territories (US) 
* Completion of a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or equivalent Practicum Experience 
* Full disclosure of all criminal and State Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure actions 
* Compliance with all applicable PTCB Certification policies 
* Passing score on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam® (PTCE®) 

State Requirements: 
You must ensure that the Pharmacy Technician Course meets your state's requirements. For more information, visit your state's Board of Pharmacy site or view a map directly from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) website. You can also call the state board and ask for the current technician regulations. This course does not meet state requirements for students intending to work in North Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. Please note that PTCB credentials are designed for use exclusively in the US. Therefore, PTCB exams are generally only administered in the US. Active members of the US military and their spouses are an exception and are eligible to test anywhere in the world. 

Clinical Experience Requirements: 
As a student in our Pharmacy Technician course, you'll have the opportunity to participate in our exclusive Clinical Experience, which provides a valuable advantage in today's competitive job market. Through our nationwide agreement with several pharmacies, you can gain hands-on experience and assist pharmacists with prescriptions, patient inquiries, and administrative tasks. 

To qualify for the Clinical Experience, you will need to meet certain requirements, including passing a drug screening test, obtaining professional liability insurance, completing a background check and employment verification, meeting current immunization standards, and conforming with state mandates such as registration, fingerprinting, licensing, etc. Additional forms may be necessary for participation in the Clinical Experience with certain pharmacies. Please note that while we strive to find available openings, a Clinical Experience placement is not guaranteed for the Pharmacy Technician course and may take up to 12 weeks to secure. As a candidate, you should start applying for the PTBC Trainee License 2 weeks before you take the final exam in the course.

Grievance Resolution Policy 
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Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):  
WITHIN THE 10 DAY GRACE PERIOD  
Once a student is enrolled in an Advanced Career Training Program, they have 10 calendar days from the Start Date listed for their enrollment to advise ed2go of any need to drop their program for a refund. During this time frame, students can submit their drop/refund request to their student advisor.  Partners may also request a drop on a student's behalf by submitting an ACT Program Enrollment Change Form which is located on the left of the Home tab in your Career Training Program Online Administration Center under Resources.

Please note:  
* The 10-day refund policy may not apply to all programs. Some programs are non-refundable once the student has received a start date for the program.   
* Students may be responsible for material costs, if materials are not returned to ed2go, or received back in less than new condition.

AFTER THE 10 DAY GRACE PERIOD  
Drop/refund requests received after the 10-day grace period may be approved on an exception basis only. If a drop/refund is approved, additional fees, such as material fees and instructor fees, may apply and will need to be collected prior to processing.

REFUND POLICY EXCEPTIONS  
Please review the Advanced Career Training Refund Policy Exceptions page for more information on refund policy exceptions by product line for some of the Advanced Career Training programs.   

Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each) 
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector) 
Yes or No: Yes. 
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)

Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials) 
Yes or No: Yes. 
Career Pathway: Certifications are stackable, allowing students to start with a certificate and add specialized ones over time, progressively expanding their skills and knowledge.  

Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies) 
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, certifications are portable across states, but specific requirements may vary by state. 

Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school) 
Yes or No: No.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: 

Credential Attainment Rate: There is no attainment rate. This is a new program, as the program progresses and participants complete their courses, this rate will change. 

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