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Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

Pharmacy TechnicianIndividuals working in a pharmacy who under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assists in activities not requiring the professional judgment of the pharmacistResponsible and accountable to the supervising pharmacistsProvides caring attention to customer medication and ot

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Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

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    1. Pharmacy Technician Certification Program November 16, 2009

    2. Pharmacy Technician Individuals working in a pharmacy who under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assists in activities not requiring the professional judgment of the pharmacist Responsible and accountable to the supervising pharmacists Provides caring attention to customer medication and other health care products Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

    3. Pharmacy Technicians Retail such as Wal-Mart, Shopko, grocery stores Verify prescriptions Prepare and package medicine Prepare insurance forms Stock and inventory Hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities Additional responsibilities, reading charts filling in patient profiles Clean work environment Earnings: Median-$12.32 (10.50-14.50) Occupational Handbook bls.gov Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

    4. Non Credit Certification Preparation National Certification National Pharmacy Certification Board PTCB Exam 50 Hours Two nights per week 6:00-9:00 PM February 15 through April 12 – one week off Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

    5. College Partnerships: For over 14 Years, CCI has been partnering with Colleges and Universities to offer Innovative Allied Health Programs in communities nationwide Nationwide Presence: CCI has partnerships with over 110 colleges and universities in more than 25 states nationwide Programs In Great Demand: CCI Offers Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, EKG Technician, Billing & Coding, Nursing Assistant and numerous other programs in an effort to meet the growing national need for certified health care professionals Professional Experience: CCI’s executive team includes health care and business professionals with extensive experience in offering consumer and corporate educational programs through partnering with public institutions Pharmacy Technician Certification Program Condensed Curriculum International

    6. Role of Pharmacy Technician History and Evolution of pharmacy Discussion of pharmacy settings Review of generic drugs, basic biopharmaceuticals, dosage forms and patient profiles Formulas, dosage systems Major classes of drugs The metric system Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

    7. Basics of IV solutions Children’s doses Allegation method , math review Total Parenteral Nutrition(TPN) Pharmacy Technician Certification Program Parenteral nutrition (PN) is feeding a person intravenously, bypassing the usual process of eating and digestion. The person receives nutritional formulas containing salts, glucose, amino acids, lipids and added vitamins. It is called total parenteral nutrition (TPN) when no food is given by other routes. Parenteral nutrition (PN) is feeding a person intravenously, bypassing the usual process of eating and digestion. The person receives nutritional formulas containing salts, glucose, amino acids, lipids and added vitamins. It is called total parenteral nutrition (TPN) when no food is given by other routes.

    8. What is Certification? The process by which an association grants recognition to an individual who has met certain qualifications Why become Certified? In some cases, it’s required by the state Emphasizes interest and dedication to field Certification demonstrations a body of knowledge Portable Once certified, you may use the CPhT designation Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

    9. What is the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Exam? Nationally accredited certification examination for pharmacy technicians What will be on the exam? Assisting the Pharmacist in Serving Patients – 66% Maintaining Medication and Inventory Systems – 22% Participating in administration and management of Pharmacy Practice – 12% 80 multiple choice 10 pre-test that do not count Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

    10. Pharmacy Technician Certification Program How do I remain certified? After two years, you will need to complete 20 hours of continuing education Online through ptcb.org

    11. Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

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