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. 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.
The good news for those interested in getting into this industry is that they wouldn't have to have a hard time searching for schools or training centers offering training programs for this as there are now tons of online providers distributing online pharmacy technician courses that is accredited and approved by state boards.
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.
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You are able to recieve some pharmacy technician training without college experience. However to become a certified pharmacy tecnician you will need to complete the course work program for pharmacy techs and recieve the appropriate certification to work in a pharmacy.
If you mean "better at doing EKGs", probably the EKG technician. If you mean "better at doing pharmacy work", most likely the pharmacy technician.
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a background of math and medical terminoligy is helpful. You will also need to complete certificate program for Pharmacy Technician at a school of your choice.
A great resource is the pharmacy technician certification board website. They offer information on their programs and how to obtain certifications. I do know that many box pharmacy stores i.e.. CVS, Walgreens, etc. will pay for your certification if you work for them.
Yes, a pharmacy technician can work for 2 different companies at the same time but has to be different hours of course.
For a certified pharmacy technician you need to have deserved studies in medicine and pharmaceutical otrogado the certificate is for schools and people preparing.
Work at hospital as Pharmacy Technician. Teaching job in pharmacy school.
Pharmacy technicians can also work in hospital systems, labs, and pharmaceutical sales.
Pharmacy technician requires a certification to be completed. This certification can be completed through a specialty school or vocational school.
The salary of a pharmacy technician is about 28400 dollars and it could be more or else depending on several of other different factors.One is such as work place.