Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Course Objective/Program Objective:
Program Goals: To prepare students to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE or ExCPT) to gain entry-level employment as a pharmacy technician.
Program Outcomes:
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in areas of science relevant to the pharmacy technician’s role, including anatomy/physiology and pharmacology
- Compare and contrast the roles of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in ensuring pharmacy department compliance with professional standards and relevant legal, regulatory, formulary, contractual, and safety requirements
- Describe the steps, skills, and knowledge needed to prepare medications requiring compounding of sterile products, chemotherapy/hazardous products, and nonsterile products
- Explain patient- and medication-safety practices in all aspects of the pharmacy technician’s roles
- Demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance practices for pharmaceuticals, durable and nondurable medical equipment, devices, and supplies
- Apply the steps in the medication order entry and fill process and interpret medication orders
- Demonstrate knowledge of accepted procedures in purchasing pharmaceuticals, devices, and supplies
- Describe the steps needed to initiate, verify, and assist in the adjudication of billing for pharmacy services and goods, and collecting payment for these services
- Describe the use of current technology in the healthcare environment to ensure the safety and accuracy of medication dispensing
- Explain the skills and strategies needed for professional and appropriate personal behavior and interpersonal communication
A. Description: The Pharmacy Technician Program is designed to prepare students to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE or ExCPT) to gain entry-level employment as a pharmacy technician.
Competencies to be achieved: Pharmacy Technician Diploma
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$4,000
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
The Pharmacy Technician 8th Edition and The Pharmacy Technician 8th Edition work book
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Telephone, Smart Phone, Computer with webcam capability, and high speed internet
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Carnell Edwards/Program Director
Email: Carnell@avpts.com
Phone number: (602) 546-7804
F. Direct Website link to the program: AVPTS.COM
G. Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
Other requirements needed:
Health and Safety Requirements:
Some pharmacies or hospitals require immunization, drug screening, or the release of medical records prior to
attending the externship.
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
Our refund policy is listed on the school’s website and this information is also listed on every student enrollment agreement and course catalog.
I. 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: PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board). Training License or License (Arizona State Board of Pharmacy) and Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: YES
Career Pathway: After successfully completing the Pharmacy Technician Program students are eligible to take the PTCB exam (and certification is mandatory in Arizona). Our students can benefit from the Pharmacy Technician Program in two ways (Training or employment from one of our partners CVS, Walgreens or Pillpack). The Training License credential allows students to start working in the field immediately!
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other
industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): YES (Our school provides training for the PTCE which is recognized in all 50 states.)
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Our school’s curriculum is approved by Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and our school is a PTCB Recognized Education Training Program.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: https://ppse.az.gov/ or PTCB.org
J. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 82%
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
21
Hours
682
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Arizona's Virtual Pharmacy Tech School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
2 North Central Avenue Suite 1800, Phoenix, Arizona
Local WIB
5 - ARIZONA@WORK - City of Phoenix
Name of Credential
Pharmacy Technician Diploma
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
- Government Funding
- Payment Plans
- Scholarships
Refund Policy
https://avpts.com/refund-policy/
Our refund policy is listed on the school’s website and this information is also listed on every student enrollment agreement and course catalog.
A student choosing to withdraw from the school after commencement of classes must provide a written notice (via email using the appropriate withdrawal form).
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - AZPPSE
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$625.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$129.00 Students may receive reimbursement for this item.
In-State Tuition
$3,000.00
Other Fees
$231.00
Out-of-State Tuition
$3,000.00
Registration Fee
$15.00
Out-of-District Tuition
$3,000.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,000.00
Total Out-of-District Program Cost
$4,000.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$4,000.00
