Explore a Career as a Pharmacy Technician
Explore a Career as a Pharmacy Technician
Health care is a booming field these days, and pharmacy technicians are in high demand. In this course, you’ll take a look at the many job settings and career paths open to you if you become a pharmacy technician. You’ll master the skills you need to get an entry-level position as a pharmacy tech or clerk.
In addition, you’ll learn about the important laws and regulations that govern pharmacies. You’ll also hone your communication skills, learning how to handle customers courteously and efficiently. Finally, you’ll explore the steps you can take to enhance your career prospects becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT). By the time you’re done, you’ll be prepared to start your career in this popular and rapidly-growing field.
Note: This course is designed to give you an introduction to the profession of pharmacy technician. It will not supply enough information to sit for the national exam. If your goal is to become a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), then upon completion of this introductory course, enrollment in the advanced course is recommended.
Syllabus
- Lesson 1 – What Is a Pharmacy Technician?
- Lesson 2 – Learn About Pharmacology
- Lesson 3 – Understanding Pharmacy Rules and Regulations
- Lesson 4 – A Look Inside a Working Pharmacy
- Lesson 5 – What Do All These Medical Words Mean?
- Lesson 6 – Anti-Infectives: The Drugs That Kill the Bugs
- Lesson 7 – Your Core: Heart, Lungs, and Stomach
- Lesson 8 – The Central Nervous System: Pain and Brain Drugs
- Lesson 9 – Hormones, Eyes, and Ears
- Lesson 10 – Time to Do a Little Math
- Lesson 11 – Communication
- Lesson 12 – Future of Pharmacy Technicians
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
<ul><li>6 Weeks Access</li>
<li>Course Code: pht</li>
<li>Start Dates* Jan 12 | Feb 09 | Mar 16 | Apr 13</li>
<li>$187.00 USD</li></ul>
Melissa Dunworth has been a pharmacy technician for over 13 years and has worked in retail, closed pharmacy, and training/education areas during her career. Melissa holds a Bachelor's degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and works as a Developmental Specialist in Early Intervention for children ages 0 to 3 years. She has been a certified pharmacy technician since 1997. Melissa is also registered with the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy.
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