Pharmacy Technician Training Program In Ohio
Choose our Training Center’s program to become a trained pharmacy technician in Ohio.
At CCI Training Center, we offer in-depth knowledge to help you gain the necessary skills to excel in pharmaceutical practices.
Join today to learn from the industry experts and experienced instructors for a rewarding healthcare career in Ohio.
About The Program
The program is designed to equip students with enough knowledge and skills to obtain entry-level positions in exciting, high-demand healthcare settings. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be a growth of 7% in pharmacy technician employment from 2023 to 2033.
The demand for them is on the rise in a professional medical setting. Their requirement is in places like:
- Retail Pharmacies
- Medical Offices
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Companies providing services to medical establishments
Once the program is completed, the students have the opportunity to pursue entry-level positions, such as:
100% online and hybrid Allied health programs
Pharmacy Technician
Assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing customer service.
Medication Dispensing Assistant
Support the preparation and packaging of medications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy regulations.
Pharmacy Aide
Help with administrative tasks in the pharmacy, such as stocking shelves, organizing medications, and assisting customers.
Once the program is completed, the student will receive a “Certificate of Completion” from the CCI Training Center. The program also includes a certification review class for the Pharmacy Certification Exam.
Courses Offered in the Pharmacy Technician Training Program
Here is the list of courses offered in the program:
In this introductory course, students will learn how to use computers in business settings. They will gain experience creating documents, forms, and letters in Microsoft Word and spreadsheets in Excel. The course also includes lessons on printing, basic internet research, and mastering essential digital tools effectively.
This course introduces students to healthcare’s legal and ethical aspects, including physician-patient relationships, professional liability, malpractice, medical practice acts, informed consent, and bioethics.
In this course, students will learn pharmacy laws and regulations, how to read prescriptions, inventory management, and introduction to compounding and preparation of sterile products.
This course will teach students how to use pharmaceutical mathematics, including solving problems encountered in drug preparation and distribution and converting measurements with the apothecary of metric systems.
In this course, students will learn about therapeutic agents, their effects on the human body, and their role in disease management. The course provides information regarding drug dosages, side effects, interactions, toxicities, and incompatibilities.
This course will teach students prescription processing and preparation, pharmacy operations, and workflow. Students will also learn about alternative therapies, and herbal remedies.
The course aims to teach students about different types of hospitals, hospital pharmacy standards and procedures, hospital orders, and communication with nursing staff. It also discusses advanced and specialized pharmacy technician opportunities. Students will learn institutional pharmacy operations, management, and workflow.
This course will teach students about different types of insurance, pharmacy billing, and inventory management.
This course reviews all the activities and responsibilities that a pharmacy technician may perform as part of the job. The course prepares students to sit for the national certification exam.
The course enables students to gain vital career advancement skills, such as resume writing, interviewing, networking, effective communication, and time management. Students will also participate in mock interviews and learn how to use online job search tools.
Why Choose CCI Training Center for the Program?
With over 40 years of service and 24,000+ graduated students, one should choose us because:
National Accreditation
CCI Training Center takes pride in being accredited by ACCET- Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training, recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Career Training Support
We will contact you and provide monthly check-ins throughout your time at the CCI Training Center. CCI graduates are always welcome to contact us for further employment assistance and exciting career opportunities.
Career-Focused Training Programs
Our programs are designed to help you develop professional skills in just 7 to 8 months to boost your healthcare career.
Weekly Live Lectures
Our programs offer weekly live lectures, during which students can interact with expert instructors to clarify doubts and help prepare them for certifications. Attending a minimum of two online lectures is a must for every student.
Dedicated Staff
The qualified team of instructors at the CCI Training Center has years of experience in the healthcare field. The staff is committed to providing students with a bright future.
Financial Help Assistance
CCI Training Center also helps students connect with financial aid options to help fund the career program.
Externship- Pharmacy Technician Procedures
The CCI Training Center arranges an extensive externship for clinical medical assistants and/or non-certified pharmaceutical technologists.
Local Externship-Clinical Duties
For clinical duties, the CCI Training Center arranges an extensive externship in an approved medical facility near the students' location, providing hands-on field experience.
Career Guide For Pharmacy Technicians
If you are planning a career transition and are interested in healthcare, enrolling in the training program at CCI Training Center in Ohio is the perfect choice. It is an ideal career option with competitive salaries, growing demand, and various career paths.
The career pathway for pharmacy technicians is as follows:
- Education
- Certification
- Gain Experience
- Specialize
- Advance
- Maintain Skills
Available Workforce Center & Job Training Resources
We provide our students with several resources with which they can apply for jobs quickly. Our resources include the government-backed Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), which covers up to 100% of training expenses for qualified candidates.
How to become A Pharmacy Technician In Ohio?
Here is the step-by-step pathway to become a pharmacy technician in Ohio:
1. Education
Completing a high school diploma or GED is a step in the right direction. The Ohio Board of Pharmacy has specific requirements, like a clean criminal background.
2. Certification
Becoming a pharmacy technician in Ohio requires passing a recognized national-level exam. Having these certifications will take your career in the right direction:
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE): Conducted by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
- Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT): Conducted by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Jobs & Employers
After completing the Pharmacy Technician training, consider looking for jobs in Ohio. You can check jobs online through platforms such as:
- Indeed
- Monster
- SimplyHired
- Hiring cafe
Also, look for allied healthcare organizations with open hiring positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, as per BLS, there is an estimated growth of 7% in Pharmacy Technician job opportunities, which is much higher than the average of other occupations.
CCI Training Center offers financial aid assistance such as federal financial aid (Pell grants and low-interest loans). We also guide students in the job-seeking process.
PTCB and NHA certifications like PTCE and ExCPT will help a Pharmacy Technician in their career.
Here is the list of the best job opportunities:
- Retail Pharmacy Technician
- Hospital Pharmacy Technician
- Mail-Order Pharmacy Technician
- Specialty Pharmacy Technician
- Compounding Pharmacy Technician
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