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Pharmacy Technician Training Program

100% Online
Self-Paced
Dedicated Faculty Support
164 Hours
Total Cost $1,800 (Payment Plan Available)
Certification Exam Voucher Available
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy is partnering with the Therapeutic Research Center to launch a comprehensive online pharmacy technician training program for you. Access Pharmacy Technicians University today to get: 

  1. Easy-to-use, engaging multimedia courses designed for technicians of all levels 
  2. Modules divided into short parts you can complete at your own pace 
  3. Knowledge checks and learning activities to help you retain information as you progress through the program 
  4. Web-based training for access from any Internet-connected computer (simply pause and resume courses as needed!) 
  5. Thorough exam prep for the PTCE®, ExCPT, and CSPT™ exams. 
  6. Curriculum supporting various learning modalities, including on-demand print materials. 

Next cohort start date: April 17th, 2025

Register (One-Time Payment)
One-Time Payment Registration Steps
  1. Go to the One-Time Payment registration page.
  2. Click on “Purchase Now”.
  3. If you have never registered before, select “I am a new user and will create my account.”
  4. When selecting profession(s), select the “Other” check box to allow the system to recognize no NABP ID present in your registration.
  5. On the next page, please answer the 2 additional questions and select the “Purchase” box.
  6. Enter your payment information to complete the process.
  7. For questions, please email Nikki Bozarth at sbozarth@uthsc.edu

 

Register (Payment Plan)
Payment Plan Registration Steps

The payment plan consists of 3 installments of $600 to be due on the first day of each consecutive month the learner is enrolled in the program. If timely payment is not received, the course directors reserve the right to suspend access to the Pharmacy Technician Training Program.

  1. Go to the Payment Plan registration page.
  2. Click on “Purchase Now”.
  3. If you have never registered before, select “I am a new user and will create my account.”
  4. When selecting profession(s), select the “Other” check box to allow the system to recognize no NABP ID present in your registration.
  5. On the next page, please answer the 2 additional questions and select the “Purchase” box.
  6. Enter your payment information to complete the process.
  7. For questions, please email Nikki Bozarth at sbozarth@uthsc.edu.

 

 

As the practice of pharmacy expands, the demand for competent and capable technicians is critical to support the roles of pharmacists. Job growth for pharmacy technicians continues to outpace all other occupations. This Pharmacy Technician Training Program will teach you the necessary skills to succeed in a fast-paced, fulfilling pharmacy practice setting.

Interested in learning more?

Technician Training Program Syllabus

 

Faculty and Staff

Rachel Barenie

Rachel Barenie, PharmD, JD, MPH
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director of Continuing Professional Development
rbarenie@uthsc.edu

 

Nikki Bozarth
Nikki Bozarth
Senior Conference Specialist
Continuing Professional Development
sbozarth@uthsc.edu

 

 

Equipping pharmacy technicians with the skills they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving practice environment is absolutely critical for the pharmacy team to succeed. This accessible and affordable training can put you on a fast-track to career in healthcare today.

- Dr. James Wheeler

 

Disclaimer: This is not a degree-granting program. Individual results from the training may vary, and completion of the training program does not confer certification, diploma, or degree. State requirements to practice as a pharmacy technician vary. Check with your specific state for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Dec 2, 2024