Health Care Tag (6-9 Months)

Pharmacy Technician Professional

Step Into One of the Fastest-Growing Roles in Healthcare

Pharmacy Technicians are vital to patient safety and healthcare delivery. They assist licensed pharmacists with preparing prescriptions, managing inventory, and serving patients in retail, hospital, and specialty pharmacy settings. This program prepares you for certification, licensure, and immediate entry into the pharmacy workforce.

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Program Highlights

Feature	Detail
Duration	~24–30 weeks (depending on pacing)
Weekly Commitment	~15–20 hours
Format	Hybrid: online instruction + in-person labs + externship in a pharmacy
Certifications Offered	National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) through PTCB or ExCPT exam
Externship	Hands-on training in a retail or hospital pharmacy
Compliance	Meets state requirements; students must pass background check, drug screen, and meet immunization standards for externship/placement

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What You’ll Learn

• Pharmacy law, regulations, and ethics
• Dosage forms, drug classifications, and pharmacology fundamentals
• Prescription processing, calculations, and compounding basics
• Inventory management, storage, and safety controls
• Medication safety, patient confidentiality, and HIPAA
• Insurance claim processing and billing basics
• Professional communication and customer service in a pharmacy setting

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Outcomes & Career Path

After completion, you’ll be prepared to:

• Sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) or ExCPT exam
• Apply for state pharmacy technician registration/licensure (where required)
• Begin work in retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, mail-order facilities, and specialty practices
• Advance toward lead technician roles or future pathways in pharmacy, nursing, or healthcare administration

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Financial Aid & Funding Options

Graduate America ensures affordability through multiple funding sources:

• WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) grants
• Federal and state financial aid, including Pell Grants (if eligible)
• MyCAA tuition assistance for military spouses
• Institutional scholarships and workforce grants

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Exams & Certifications

• Primary Exam: Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) by PTCB, or ExCPT by NHA
• Eligibility requires successful completion of training, externship, and compliance requirements
• Certification exam fees may be included in financial aid or reimbursed for eligible students

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Admission Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Background check, drug screening, and immunizations required for externship participation
• Reliable internet access and computer for online coursework
• Strong math skills recommended for dosage calculations

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Career Outlook & Salary

• Job Growth: Pharmacy Technician employment is expected to grow steadily due to increased demand for prescriptions and expanded pharmacy services
• Employers: Community pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, mail-order facilities, long-term care facilities
• Estimated Earnings: Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians in Georgia typically earn from the upper-$30,000s to mid-$40,000s, with growth potential in hospital and specialty settings

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Enrollment

• Flexible enrollment dates offered throughout the year
• Hybrid learning model allows balance between online study and real-world externship
• Dedicated faculty and externship coordinators ensure certification readiness

 

Do I need to be licensed before starting the program?

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