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Pharmacy Technician Training

Learn what pharmacy technicians do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

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What you’ll learn in Pharmacy Technician training

A practical, general introduction to the pharmacy technician job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as calculate days’ supply and fill a prescription accurately, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 8 hours, $74.99.

  • Tuition
    $74.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    8 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what a pharmacy technician does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential pharmacy technician terms correctly
  • Walk through calculate days’ supply, fill a prescription accurately, and resolve an insurance rejection step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as CPhT (PTCB)

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 8 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Pharmacy Technician Role40 min
  • What pharmacy technicians do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job30 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Pharmacy Technician Vocabulary50 min
  • Key term: Sig
  • Key term: NDC
  • Key term: DAW
  • Key term: Prior authorization (PA)
  • Key term: Controlled substance
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities50 min
  • Receive prescriptions and enter patient, drug and prescriber information accurately
  • Count, measure, pour and package medications for pharmacist verification
  • Process insurance claims and resolve rejections and prior authorizations
  • Manage inventory, check expiration dates and receive orders
  • Compound medications or prepare IV admixtures in hospital settings
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step1 hr 45 min
  • How to calculate days’ supply
  • How to fill a prescription accurately
  • How to resolve an insurance rejection
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology40 min
  • Pharmacy management systems (such as PioneerRx, Rx30 or EnterpriseRx)
  • Counting trays and spatulas
  • Automated dispensing cabinets (such as Pyxis or Omnicell)
  • Laminar airflow hoods for sterile compounding
  • Prescription scales and graduated cylinders
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr
  • Verify every product by barcode or NDC before it reaches the pharmacist
  • Use gloves and proper ventilation when handling hazardous drugs such as chemotherapy agents (USP <800>)
  • Follow DEA rules for receiving
  • Report errors and near-misses: they help prevent future harm
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For40 min
  • Prescription entry and interpretation
  • Pharmacy math and dosage calculations
  • Insurance claims adjudication
  • Customer service
  • Accuracy and focus
MODULE 09Launching Your Pharmacy Technician Career40 min
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: CPhT (PTCB)
  • Credential overview: ExCPT (NHA)
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check40 min
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the pharmacy technician job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new pharmacy technician.

Pricing

$74.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense medications: they take prescription information, measure and package drugs, process insurance claims, manage inventory and serve customers in retail, hospital and mail-order pharmacies. BLS reports a median wage of $45,750 (May 2025) and about 44,700 openings per year. Read the full pharmacy technician career profile or see salary details.

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Pharmacy Technician training FAQ
How long is the Pharmacy Technician training?
About 8 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Pharmacy Technician training cost?
$74.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified pharmacy technician?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. Most states require pharmacy technicians to register with or be licensed by the state board of pharmacy, and many require national certification within a set time after hire. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding pharmacy technicians.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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