How long do pharmacy technicians have to go to school?

Answer 1

You do not have to go to school to become a Certified Pharmacy Technician. You can take the exam (PTCE - Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam) on your own (ptcb.org). All you need to buy is a good study guide. Then once you pass the exam, you just show your State board of Pharmacy your PTCB certification and they will give you your State license (no test). A good resource on becoming a pharmacy tech without going to school is http://cphtonline.com.

Other Answers

Most schools, 2 years, if its college it may be 4. There are alot of things to memorize.

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In most states to become a pharmacy technician one does not have to go to school! If one is interested in working in a pharmacy and becoming a pharmacy tech, one only needs to be hired and to be taught! But there are only a few even none in most state that accepts workers who does not have a formal training for it.

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Actually, I only had to attend one class that was like 2 1/2 months long and it only prepares you to take the PTCB which is the test you have to take to become a certified pharmacy tech. There are lots of things to remember and its not a breeze but if its what your interested in then go for it!

Answer 2

There is no law saying that a pharmacy technician must complete a certain time in training to become certified, all you have to do is take a test, usually the PTCB or the ExCPT. After you have passed a test you do on-the-job training which may last up to 3 months in most places. If you choose to take up an online training program or a traditional classroom training program for it, it may last you up to 250 hours overall or about 4 months if you take at least 15 hours per week.

Answer 3

It can take anywhere from a year and a half to four years. It depends on the type of school you go to. If you go threw a college and get a degree and certified it will take longer. The fastest method is to find a tech school to get you quickly certified and into a internship while your going to school.

Answer 4

The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for Pharmacy technicians and aids.

There are no standard training requirements for pharmacy technicians, but some States require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Although most pharmacy technicians receive informal on-the-job training, employers favor those who have completed formal training and certification. On-the-job training generally ranges between 3 and 12 months.

Formal technician education programs are available through a variety of organizations, including community colleges, vocational schools, hospitals, and the military. These programs range from 6 months to 2 years and include classroom and laboratory work. They cover a variety of subject areas, such as medical and pharmaceutical terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, pharmacy recordkeeping, pharmaceutical techniques, and pharmacy law and ethics. Technicians also are required to learn the names, actions, uses, and doses of the medications they work with. Many training programs include internships, in which students gain hands-on experience in actual pharmacies. After completion, students receive a diploma, a certificate, or an associate's degree, depending on the program.

There are no formal education requirements for pharmacy aides, but employers may favor applicants with a high school diploma or its equivalent (online training programs for 250 hours are also available nowadays). Experience operating a cash register, interacting with customers, managing inventory, and using computers may be helpful. Pharmacy aides also receive informal on-the-job training that generally lasts less than 3 months.

Certification and other qualifications. In most States, pharmacy technicians must be registered with the State board of pharmacy. Eligibility requirements vary, but in some States applicants must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent and pay an application fee.

Most States do not require technicians to be certified, but voluntary certification is available through several private organizations. The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT) administer national certification examinations. Certification through such programs may enhance an applicant's prospects for employment and is required by some States and employers. To be eligible for either exam, candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent and no felony convictions of any kind. In addition, applicants for the PTCB exam must not have had any drug-related or pharmacy-related convictions, including misdemeanors. Many employers will reimburse the cost of the exams.

Under these programs, technicians must be recertified every 2 years. Recertification requires 20 hours of continuing education within the 2-year certification period. Continuing education hours can be earned from several different sources, including colleges, pharmacy associations, and pharmacy technician training programs. Up to 10 hours of continuing education also can be earned on the job under the direct supervision and instruction of a pharmacist.

Good customer service and communication skills are needed because pharmacy technicians and aides interact with patients, coworkers, and healthcare professionals. Basic mathematics, spelling, and reading skills also are important, as technicians must interpret prescription orders and verify drug doses. Technicians also must be precise: details are sometimes a matter of life and death.

For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated directly below this answer section.

Answer 5

If you are a high school graduate, secondary education is not a requirement. You will need to take and pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification exam. There are plenty of programs - I think they are about a year long - that will help you learn the basics and prepare for the exam, but many people are able to study on their own.

Answer 6

The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for Pharmacy Technicians.

There is no national training standard for pharmacy technicians, but employers favor applicants who have formal training, certification, or previous experience. There also are no formal training requirements for pharmacy aides, but a high school diploma may increase an applicant's prospects for employment.

Education and training. There are no standard training requirements for pharmacy technicians, but some States require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Although most pharmacy technicians receive informal on-the-job training, employers favor those who have completed formal training and certification. On-the-job training generally ranges between 3 and 12 months.

For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated directly below this answer section.

Answer 7

It takes as long as it would take you to retain all the information that would be on the test. Here is a great website to start you out on your journey. www.pharmacytechstudy.com. Good luck!

Answer 8

hi i think it is 1 year but i don't know

Answer 9

Certificates are normally from about 12 weeks to a year and associates degree is about 2 years all of course depend on how many classes you take / pass and fail.