Nasium Training’s Pharmacy Technician training series is a 24-week online course designed for working professionals looking to expand their skills in pharmacy operations. The course covers basic pharmacology, prescription preparation, medication compounding, infection control, and federal pharmaceutical regulations.
Learners receive interactive coursework, training specialist-led support, and self-paced study modules to develop essential skills in medication therapy management, dosage calculations, and error prevention strategies.
The training course also prepares learners to sit for the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) and the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam. Learners must meet eligibility criteria to sit for applicable certification exams. State-specific licensure, registration, and work experience requirements apply.
Does the Pharmacy Technician training program include preparation for national certification exams?
The Pharmacy Technician training at Nasium Training includes preparation for both the PTCB and ExCPT certification exams. Learners review federal pharmaceutical requirements, prescription preparation, and medication safety standards, building knowledge aligned with industry-recognized certification.
Completing the Pharmacy Technician training at Nasium Training does not on its own qualify learners to sit for the PTCB or ExCPT exams. In addition to training, learners must complete at least 500 hours of equivalent work experience, and state-specific licensure or registration requirements may also apply.
Pharmacy Technician certification requires more than training alone; learners must also meet experience and state-specific eligibility requirements. Nasium Training prepares employees with didactic exam content, while employers can help staff gain the 500 hours of work experience needed to sit for certification exams.
The Pharmacy Technician training at Nasium Training builds essential skills in prescription preparation, medication compounding, and dosage calculation. Employees also develop expertise in infection control, medication therapy management, customer support, and compliance with federal and state pharmacy regulations.
Pharmacy Technician training at Nasium Training takes 24 weeks to complete. Following training, employees typically need to complete required work experience hours and meet state-specific licensure or registration requirements before becoming fully certified.
Employers can access this B2B workforce training solution by enrolling staff in the Pharmacy Technician program at Nasium Training. The team will guide your organization through enrollment, scheduling, and tailoring the online program to fit your workforce development needs.