0
Becoming a pharmacy tech does not specifically require "years." A pharmacy technician must simply be qualified (by either experience or on-the-job-training) and have a high-school diploma. Certain states have different requirements as far as certification (just an exam) or registration with their state's board of pharmacy (pay the fee). For instance, Texas requires all pharmacy technicians be certfied by the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) and register with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. For more info, visit http://tsbp.state.tx.us or Google search your state + "board of pharmacy" for the requirements. Have a great day. James Freeman, CPhT Victoria, TX cpht@jfcomputing.net
Wiki User
∙ 16y ago
Wiki User
∙ 8y agoIt depends on whether there are state requirements, and it depends on what setting you want to work in.
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How can you learn pharmacy tech?
The field of Pharmacy is a lucrative field with many opportunities for pharmacy techs. There are many ways to become a pharmacy tech without paying thousands of dollars in tuition. All that is required depending on your state is passing the ptcb certification exam and getting hired by a pharmacy. To get thorough information on how to become a pharmacy tech go here: http://www.pharmacytech-information.com
How long would I have to go to school to be a pharmacy technician and what would the pay be like?
It typically takes one year to obtain a pharmacy tech certification. Pharmacy techs make between $8.20 to $17.89 an hour depending on experience.
Are pharmacy tech jobs hard?
"They are not hard. You have to go to school to become a pharmacy tech but you basically help out the pharmacist and count, crush, make medicine. You will learn all of this stuff in school."
Do I need to attend pharmacy tech classes?
If you are planning to attend school to become a pharmacy technician you may be required to attend a class for it.
How long does a pharmacy tech works per week in a community pharmacy?
Thirty to forty hours per week.
How long does it take to become a scrub tech?
The length of time it takes to become a scrub tech depends on whether you are seeking a certificate or a degree. Depending on the path you follow, you can become a scrub tech in as little as 9 months; if you get a degree it will take 2 years.
What is the difference between a Certified Medication Tech and a Certified Pharmacy Tech?
A certified pharmacy tech can get you Oxy
What classes do I need to take to become a pharmacy tech?
To become a pharmacy technician is needed to study medicine and pharmaceutical assistance and have completed several internships in medicine and have the respective certificates.
If you take physical science do you still have to take chemistry to become pharmacy tech?
I think you meant pharmacist, not a pharmacy tech. A Pharmacist needs to study pharmacology that is linked to chemistry at certain point. A pharmacy tech doesn't need to attend college, but a technical course only, and his work is subordinated to the pharmacist.
What is the difference between a pharmacy tech 1 and a pharmacy tech 2?
A Pharmacy Tech 1 preforms basic duties. A Pharmacy Tech 2 has more experience and preforms more advanced duties such as record keeping and training.
What do pharmacy tech jobs involve?
In order to become a pharmacy technician one must have a diploma for secondary education, as well as a pharmacy certification course in post-secondary education.
How long does it takes to be a phamacy tech?
How long does it take to be a mammography tech 2-3
