Online Pharmacy Technician

This course provides a thorough review of relevant subjects necessary to become a Pharmacy Technician. This is accomplished by introducing the fundamental concepts of the profession, principles of patient care, pharmacy law, basic pharmacology, basic anatomy and pathophysiology.

National Certification: As certification is increasingly required by hospitals and employers, this course prepares students for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE)—a nationally recognized certification administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and valid for two years. Practice exams are included to help students build confidence and readiness for the in-person, computer-based certification exam. 

The student will learn applied and practical information on pharmacy technician skills necessary to pass the PTCB national certification examination and to function effectively in the workplace. Successful completion of the course will enable students to register for the PTCB certification exam.

Course Topics:

• Pharmacy Law
• Human Anatomy & Physiology
• Pharmacology
• Medical Dosing for oral medications and IV infusions
• Review of arithmetic and pre-algebra
• Maintaining inventory control systems
• Managing a pharmacy

This course is fully online via Zoom and using Brightspace.

To enroll, applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent and a good command of Basic Math and PreAlgebra skills
• CPS is a workforce training program; you must be able work legally in the U.S. 

English Language Proficiency: This course involves extensive use of medical terminology and complex concepts. Students must be able to communicate effectively in English and demonstrate the ability to understand and follow both written materials and live lectures presented in English. 1

Computer, Digital and Online Proficiency: As this is an online course, students must possess basic computer literacy and be comfortable using various digital tools and platforms. Participants should be able to navigate the internet, access video conferencing applications such as Zoom and Brightspace, and work with common file types and software, including Microsoft Word, PDF files, and PowerPoint. 

• Students should also be able to upload and download files, open and close applications, read online documents, manage multiple open windows, access online textbooks, and use search engines effectively. The ability to create online accounts, access online services, and utilize multimedia tools within computer applications is required.
• Students must be capable of reading and interpreting reference materials, performing basic numerical analysis, and learning new computer applications efficiently. The course requires the ability to use multiple software programs simultaneously in an online learning environment. 

The Pharmacy Technician, Eighth Edition Perspective Press, ISBN: 9781640437524. 

Danny Roman

Mr. Roman became a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) in 2010 and has been teaching Pharmacy Tech at City College since 2012, with 2 years prior experience teaching at Hostos Community College. Mr. Roman also worked in a hospital pharmacy from 2020 to 2022 at Saint Anthony’s Charity Hospital (SACH) in Warwick, NY. 

Pharmacy technicians play a vital role in today’s expanding healthcare system, supporting pharmacists in preparing medications, managing prescriptions, and ensuring patient safety. As more patients rely on prescription drugs, specialty medications, and pharmacy-based clinical services, the demand for trained pharmacy technicians continues to rise.

Employment for pharmacy technicians is projected to grow steadily over the next decade, driven by an aging population, the expansion of retail and hospital pharmacy services, and increased need for skilled support staff in medication management. With nearly 50,000 job openings each year, pharmacy technicians enjoy strong job security and diverse workplace options, including retail pharmacies, hospital systems, specialty pharmacies, long-term care facilities, and mail-order or online pharmacy services.

A pharmacy technician certification also opens the door to long-term career growth. Many technicians advance into roles such as:

• Lead or Senior Pharmacy Technician
• Pharmacy Technician Supervisor
• Compounding Technician
• Specialty or Oncology Pharmacy Technician
• Billing & Claims Specialist
• Pharmacy Inventory Manager
• Pre-Pharmacy student or pathway to Pharmacist (PharmD)

With national certification and training, students gain a strong foundation for a stable, meaningful career at the center of patient care and medication safety.