To register for this course, you must be 18 years of age or older. You should be proficient in keyboarding (approximately 35 words per minute), have a basic understanding of a word-processing computer program (Microsoft Word is recommended), have a command of English grammar and punctuation, and have a basic understanding of high school math.
To participate in the competency activities and receive feedback from your instructor, you will need to have access to a video camera (on the phone or other device of familiarity) and be able to upload the video as an .mp4 file to the assignment pages for review. These activities are required in order to pass the course successfully.
Certification Requirements:
- Reside in the United States of America or its territories (US)
- Completion of a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or equivalent Practicum Experience
- Full disclosure of all criminal and State Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure actions
- Compliance with all applicable PTCB Certification policies
- Passing score on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam® (PTCE®)
State Requirements:
You must ensure that the Pharmacy Technician Course meets your state's requirements. For more information, visit your state's Board of Pharmacy site or view a map directly from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) website. You can also call the state board and ask for the current technician regulations. This course does not meet state requirements for students intending to work in North Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. Please note that PTCB credentials are designed for use exclusively in the US. Therefore, PTCB exams are generally only administered in the US. Active members of the US military and their spouses are an exception and are eligible to test anywhere in the world.
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment.
The following digital textbook for the Medical Terminology course is accessed via links in the course lessons:
- Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook)
The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment in Pharmacy Technician and digital versions are also available via links in the course:
- Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians A Worktext
- Law and Ethics for Pharmacy Technicians
- Fundamental Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians
- Workbook for Fundamental Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians
- The Pharmacy Technician: A Comprehensive Approach
Lab Kit
- Pharmacy Lab Kit (only available for residents of U.S./Canada; additional information available in the FAQs section)
- Pharmacy Technician Lab Manual (eBook only, available via links in the course)
Please note: Your Pharmacy Lab Kit will be sent separately from the rest of your materials and will be received within three months of enrollment, however, delivery times may be delayed further due to supply chain shortages. We are unable to deliver the Pharmacy Lab Kit to P.O. Boxes; you may be asked to provide an alternate shipping address for your delivery.
