Program Overview

Pharmacy Technician Training Program

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. This program is designed to equip pharmacy technicians with the necessary skills to succeed in a rapidly evolving practice environment.

Program Details

• 100% online and self-paced
• Dedicated faculty support
• 164 hours of training
• Total cost: $1,800 (payment plan available)
• Certification exam voucher available

Program Structure

The program consists of easy-to-use, engaging multimedia courses designed for technicians of all levels. The modules are divided into short parts that can be completed at your own pace, with knowledge checks and learning activities to help retain information. The program also includes thorough exam prep for the PTCE, ExCPT, and CSPT exams.

Program Benefits

• Access to web-based training from any internet-connected computer
• Curriculum supporting various learning modalities, including on-demand print materials
• Optional meet-the-faculty virtual meeting with the program director

Admission and Registration

• No formal application process
• No prerequisites or requirements to sign up for the program
• Registration is done online, with options for payment plans

Program Completion and Certification

• Participants will have access to the program for 24 weeks
• Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion
• The certificate can be used to apply for the national certificate exam offered through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does the program accept financial aid?: No, because this is not a degree-granting program.
• Does the program offer a payment plan?: Yes, with options for three equal payments.
• How do I apply for the program?: There is no application process; participants can sign up online.
• Do I have to be accepted into the program?: No, there is no formal acceptance process.
• Are there any prerequisites or requirements to sign up for the program?: No, there are no prerequisites or requirements.
• Is there an internship/externship component with this program?: No, the program is 100% online.
• Is this program approved in my state?: Participants should review the requirements on the state Board of Pharmacy's website.

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; participants should check with their specific state for the most accurate and up-to-date information.