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RX 3000A

Pharmacy Technician Professional (ASHP/ACPE)

Apprenticeship Program

Gain the practical skills to work in a pharmacy, process prescriptions and assist customers through ASHP/ACPE certified program.
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Earn your certifications in 52 Weeks!

Start
Anytime

100%
Online

Exam Fee
Included

51 Weeks
PROGRAM LENGTH
Certification
$
30,851
AVG. STARTING SALARY*
Issuing Authority

This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: AR, LA, ND, NV, OK, PA, RI, WA, WI

Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region of residence or employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment. These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model – including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs.

Interested in Creating an Apprenticeship Program

at Your Healthcare Organization?

As a registered apprenticeship intermediary with the Department of Labor, we handle the heavy lifting, certification training and apprenticeship paperwork.

Monthly Payment Options as low as

$

291

Grants Available to Help With

Apprentice participants are promoted to full employees and regular pay rates when they complete their programs.

TRAINING COSTS

$

5,000

At Time of Student Enrollment

MedCerts handles all intermediary responsibilities, paperwork and administrative tasks so the organization doesn’t have to.

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Discover your eligibility without a credit check.
The pricing listed above for a monthly payment plan is an estimate for the cost of an 12-month payment plan including down payment. Final pricing is given at time of purchase and may vary from both pricing examples above.
*Students in Maryland are not eligible for MedCerts payment plans but may be eligible for other tuition options. Speak to an Education Consultant for further information.

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What Does a Pharmacy Technician Professional Do?

Hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, and private practices depend on the expertise of ASHP Certified pharmacy technicians for the preparation & distribution of accurate prescription medication and the delivery of exceptional customer care. You’ll act as the pharmacist’s right hand and assist with everything from processing prescription requests from patients and doctors, handling insurance claim forms, properly labeling medications, and more.

166,927

Entry Level Jobs in the US

Pharmacy Technicians will see available jobs grow 6.8% over the next ten years.

All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.

What You’ll Learn

RX 3000A

Pharmacy Technician Professional (ASHP/ACPE)

Among the available pharmacy technician online programs, the MedCerts Pharmacy Technician Professional program is ASHP/ACPE accredited and promises to prepare graduates for a career in the Pharmacy sector.

Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Companies, and Private Practices depend on the expertise of ASHP Certification in pharmacy technicians for the preparation of distributing accurate prescription medication and the delivery of exceptional customer care.

The Registered Apprenticeship program is comprised of MedCerts online training programs as well as 2,000 hours of on-the-job training with a sponsoring employer. MedCerts Apprenticeship programs combine class training and “on-the-job training” to provide individuals the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned with an employer to quickly become a strong contributor in the workplace.

In addition, the preparation, registration, and costs associated with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE), administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), is covered by MedCerts.

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  1. Comply with pharmacy laws, HIPPA/HITECH, CMS, and other healthcare regulations
  2. Demonstrate correct processing of medication orders; preparation, storage, and distribution of medications
  3. Apply patient-safety and medication-safety practices, and identify, handle, and safely dispose of hazardous materials
  4. Prepare medications requiring sterile, non-sterile, and chemotherapy compounding
  5. Apply knowledge of pharmacology, Medication Therapy Management, and inventory management in the pharmacy
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional .

Enrollment Requirements

  1. High School Diploma or GED
  2. Web browser with internet connection
  3. Course registration & payment
  4. Pass a background check
  5. Pass general education/math assessment

MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*

  1. Expert-led video based training
  2. Textbook: RX-3000 Student Workbook
  3. Competency assessments
  4. National Certification exam fee
  5. RX3000 Simulation Manual and Kit

STUDENT SERVICES

  1. Dedicated Student Success Advisors
  2. Tailored support based on performance & behavior
  3. Exam preparation process
  4. 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Required Courses
Code
Course
Duration
HI 2017A
Apprenticeship Pharmacy Technician Principles and Practices ASHP
28
Weeks
HI 1014A
Apprenticeship Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
15
Weeks
PS 1011
Professionalism in Allied Health
2
Weeks
EX 2017
Pharmacy Technician Externship
6
Weeks
Total Program Duration

Eligible Certifications

Pharmacy Technician Professional Apprenticeship

Job Opportunities

Disclaimers

  1. This program requires active employer participation, and thus is not available to all who seek it.
  2. This program is NOT available for long-term licensing in the state of WA. If a student is living in WA short-term (less than 2 years) they can obtain a temporary license.
  3. This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: Arkansas, Louisiana, North Dakota, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington, Wisconsin
  4. While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.

*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.