Course Curriculum
Pharmacy Technician School Curriculum
30 exams
12 courses
49.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Estimated completion time:
Fast track = 4 months
Average time = 10 months
Main Subjects
Starting Your Program
Starting Your Program is designed to help you become a successful Penn Foster student, including learning how to use all available tools and resources.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to do the following:
Identify all unit components and materials in your program
Identify ways to use Penn Foster’s helpful services and academic resources
Identify Penn Foster’s academic and behavioral policies
Choose effective study and time management skills
Pharmacy Technician Orientation
Career Readiness
Pharmacology, Drug Class, and Body Systems, Part 1
Pharmacology, Drug Class, and Body Systems, Part 2
Pharmacy Practice Law and Regulations
Math Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians
Pharmacy Sterile and Nonsterile Compounding
Pharmacy Management and Operations
Pharmacy Billing and Reimbursement
Pharmacy Management Software
Pharmacy Technician Certification Review
Note: We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.
Career Diploma
4 - 8 months
If you're looking for a healthcare career in a pharmacy setting, you can pursue your goals with our online Pharmacy Technician Training Program. Study the strategies, procedures, knowledge, and management skills that will prepare you to sit for the PTCE and ExCPT certification exams.
In our online Pharmacy Technician Training Program, you'll learn the skills required to pursue a career in this field. Your courses include:
Pharmacy Technician Orientation
Career Readiness
Pharmacology, Drug Class, and Body Systems, Part 1
Pharmacology, Drug Class, and Body Systems, Part 2
Pharmacy Practice Law and Regulations
What you will learn
How to demonstrate knowledge and skills in areas of science relevant to the pharmacy technician’s role, including anatomy/physiology and pharmacology.
How to 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.
How to describe the steps, skills, and knowledge needed to prepare medications requiring compounding of sterile products, chemotherapy/hazardous products, and nonsterile products.
How to study and prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE).
Our Proven
Learning Model
Empowering students to reach their professional goals
Flexible
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Start anytime
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No exam due dates
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Self-paced
Connected
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24/7 access to online resources
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Online student community
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Student Portal Help Center
Accessible
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Digital study guides
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Self-check quizzes
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Simulations and videos
Supportive
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Expert faculty
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Dedicated student services
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Robust learning resources