Program Overview

Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences offers a range of programs, including the PharmD Program, Dual Degree Programs, Master of Science (MS) Programs, PhD Programs, and Continuing Education.

Degrees & Programs

• PharmD Program
  • Admissions Information
  • Pharmacy Careers
  • Pharmacy 14ers
  • PharmD Remote Pathway
  • Rural Colorado
  • Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships
  • Curriculum
  • Co-Curriculum
  • Experiential Program
  • Undergraduate PharmD Pathway Options
• Dual Degree Programs
• Master of Science (MS) Programs
  • MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• PhD Programs
  • PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • PhD in Toxicology
  • PhD in Pharmaceutical Outcomes Research
  • T32 Training Program in Molecular & Systems Toxicology
• Cannabis Science and Medicine
• Residencies
  • PGY1 Community-Based Residency
  • PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency
  • PGY2 Critical Care Residency
  • PGY2 Emergency Medicine Residency
  • PGY2 Infectious Diseases Residency
  • PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency
  • PGY2 Solid Organ Transplant Residency
  • Pharmacy Residency Teaching Certificate
  • UCHealth PGY1/2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency
• Fellowships
  • Academic Post-Doctoral Fellowship
  • Neurology Clinical Research Fellowship
  • Health Outcomes and Ambulatory Care Post-Doctoral Fellowship
  • Clinical Pharmacogenomics Fellowship
• Undergraduate Research Program
• Continuing Education
  • Certificate Programs
  • Home Study
    • Individual Cannabis Home Study
    • Immunization Updates
    • Managing Medications During Ramadan
    • Advanced Diabetes Home Study
    • Gender Affirming Care: Basics to Providing Care
    • Integrative Health and Natural Wellness
    • Motivational Interviewing with Patient Scenarios
    • OpenEvidence: A Sledgehammer in the AI Toolbox?
    • 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids: A Deep Dive
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• Pharmacy Tech

Online Pharmacy Technician Program

The Online Pharmacy Technician program is designed to prepare students for the national certification exam and a career as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).

Program Details

• The program is approved by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• Rolling admission, with students able to begin the program on the 15th of any month.
• The program covers topics such as pharmacy law, communication, prescription processing, calculations, and basic pharmacy principles.

What Can You Do as a Pharmacy Technician?

• Work in community pharmacies, hospitals, or specialty pharmacies.
• Assist pharmacists with tasks such as preparing prescriptions and managing inventory.
• Join a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing excellent patient care.

Why Choose Pharmacy Tech?

• In-demand job with thousands of open roles and growing fast.
• Quick start, with certification possible in months.
• Solid pay and benefits, with opportunities for career advancement.
• Everyday impact, helping patients and making a difference in their lives.

Why Choose Our Program?

• Online and flexible, allowing students to learn on their own schedule.
• Certification ready, with preparation for the PTCB national exam.
• 1:1 support, with scheduled check-ins to keep students on track.

Program Modules

1. Pharmacy Law & Ethics: Understand the legal and ethical foundations of pharmacy practice.
2. Communication & Patient Interactions: Learn how to communicate confidently with patients and healthcare teams.
3. Prescription Processing Workflow: Master the process of receiving, verifying, and preparing prescriptions.
4. Calculations for the Pharmacy Technician: Sharpen math skills with hands-on practice in conversions, dosage calculations, and measurement systems.
5. Basic Pharmacy Principles: Build a strong foundation in drug classifications, dosage forms, and how medications affect the body.
6. Workflow in a Variety of Settings: Explore how pharmacy technicians work in different settings, including retail, hospital, and long-term care.
7. Advanced Practices for the Pharmacy Technician: Prepare for certification and career advancement, with topics including compounding, inventory management, and medication safety.

Who Should Enroll?

• Individuals seeking a stable career in healthcare.
• Those looking for flexible, accredited online training.

Program Cost

• Course Fee: $950.00 (includes workshop materials).

Program Highlights

• Engaging online coursework designed to build essential skills.
• Interactive modules covering pharmacy law, calculations, medication safety, and more.

Technology Requirements

• High-speed internet connection (cable, ISDN, or minimum 1 Mbps recommended).
• Supported browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari (latest versions recommended).
• Operating Systems: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, or 10, Mac OSX.

Course Expectations

• Skills Workshop: All students must participate in one hands-on skills workshop, offered either virtually or in-person.
• Academic Integrity: Students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of honesty and professionalism.
• Completion Requirements: To successfully complete the course, students must view all lecture and demonstration videos, review course handouts, score 90% or higher on all module and workshop assessments, and attend the required skills workshop.

After Course Completion: Taking the National Exam

1. Visit ptcb.org and create a PTCB account.
2. Apply for certification and schedule the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) online or at a local testing center.

How to Become a CPhT

• Meet state and national requirements, including applying through the state board of pharmacy and completing a training program.
• Pass the PTCB national exam to become a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).

About the PTCB Examination

• Format: 90 multiple-choice questions (80 scored, 10 unscored).
• Duration: ~2 hours total (includes tutorial and survey).
• Delivery: Online proctored or at 1,400+ Pearson VUE testing centers.
• Results: Unofficial results provided immediately, with official results available in the PTCB account within 3 weeks.