Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program

Start Your Career as a Pharmacy Technician With a Certificate From Cambridge

Program Overview

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The Pharmacy Technician program at Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology gives students the hands-on training required to work as entry-level pharmacy technicians. This program includes 36 weeks of study as well as clinical rotations at area pharmacies and healthcare facilities.

After completion of your program, you’ll be eligible to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (CPHT) administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). 

Why Choose Cambridge for Pharmacy Technician Training?

Students choose Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology for many reasons, including:

  • Hands-on training: Not only will you learn what you need to know through classroom instruction, but you’ll also gain hands-on experience through clinical externships inside local pharmacies and organizations. This real-world training is critical for a successful career.
  • Focused curriculum: Our curriculum focuses on the knowledge you’ll need to perform your daily duties as a pharmacy technician, including medication prep, prescription refill, using dispensing equipment and more.
  • Supportive faculty and staff: Our expert faculty and staff guide you every step of the way, ensuring you’re prepared for certification and employment.

 

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Pharmacy Technician Curriculum

  • Introduction to Health Fundamentals
  • Anatomy & Physiology and Terminology
  • Math Fundamentals
  • Pharmacy Math
  • Pharmacology
  • Inventory Provisions
  • Duties of a Pharmacy Technician
  • Pharmacy Customer Service
  • Pharmacy Skills Lab
  • Computer Applications for the Pharmacy Technician
  • Certification Review
  • Externship

 

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Job Outlook

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow by 7% between now and 2028, faster than the average career. Pharmacy technicians are critical to the success of pharmacies across the US.

Students who complete the Pharmacy Technician program will have access to many employment opportunities within hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and more.

Careers

Overview

Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in providing medications and healthcare products to patients for the treatment and prevention of medical conditions and disease.

What Does a Pharmacy Technician Do?

Working alongside pharmacists inside many different workplaces, pharmacy technicians are responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

  • Preparation of medications and prescriptions
  • Operating and maintaining automated dispensing equipment
  • Filling prescription orders
  • Dispensing medication directly to patients

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Certificate

Upon completion of this program, students receive a certificate as a pharmacy technician.

Program Summary
  • Pharmacy Technician Certification
  • 36-week course
  • Focused curriculum
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