GMCTA · Certificate Program
Pharmacy Technician
Learn the essentials of pharmacy practice, prescription processing, and patient support. Complete this certificate in 4–8 weeks with 100 total hours of training in drug classifications, inventory systems, and safety standards.
Program Overview
This accelerated certificate prepares you for entry-level pharmacy technician roles in retail, hospital, and mail-order settings. You’ll learn prescription processing, dosage calculations, customer service, and the fundamentals of drug classifications and inventory systems.
What You’ll Learn
- Pharmacy Operations: prescription intake, order review, workflow basics.
- Drug Classifications: therapeutic classes, generics vs. brands, common indications.
- Dosage Calculations: measurement conversions, dispensing accuracy, math review.
- Inventory & Safety: ordering, storage, expiration checks, DEA and FDA standards.
- Customer Service & Ethics: patient interaction, HIPAA, professionalism.
Sample Curriculum
| Module | Topics |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Pharmacy | Roles, settings, laws, ethics, HIPAA |
| Drug Classifications | Therapeutic groups, generics/brands, common meds |
| Prescriptions & Calculations | Order review, abbreviations, dosage math |
| Inventory & Safety | Storage, expiration, controlled substances, DEA forms |
| Customer Service | Patient counseling support, communication, professionalism |
FAQ
How long is the program?
Most students complete in 4–8 weeks depending on their pace and schedule.
Does this program include certification prep?
Yes, it prepares you for national pharmacy technician certification exams. Verify eligibility with your state board and credentialing body.
What jobs can I pursue?
Graduates may pursue entry-level roles as pharmacy technicians in retail chains, hospitals, mail-order pharmacies, and long-term care facilities.