How to Become a Pharmacy Tech Online
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job field for pharmacy technicians will have projected growth of 32% by 2016. These individuals can expect to earn an hourly wage of $8.56 - $17.65, depending on geographic location and work experience. But before launching your career as a pharmacy technician, you must complete a training program. Fortunately, many colleges are offering this education in an online format to accommodate people's busy schedules. This is a guide to becoming a pharmacy tech online.
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Instructions
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Enroll in an online program. There are many colleges that offer pharmacy technician training in an online format. For a directory of programs, check out All Allied Health Schools (see Resources).
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Get hands-on experience. While completing your online education, look for pharmacy assistant positions. Pharmacy assistants typically handle simple tasks such as stocking shelves and cashiering. This will give you an opportunity to gain experience and may help secure a full-time pharmacy technician position upon graduation.
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Take the national exam for certification. Passing your National Pharmacy Technician exam (see Resources) will make you more attractive to potential employers. It will also make you a certified pharmacy technician.
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Recertify with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board every every years. You must complete 10 hours of continuing education every two years to qualify for recertification.
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Secure a position as a pharmacy technician. Once you've completed the required education, check out job boards such as Monster and Hot Jobs. You can also check out Web sites of large pharmacies in your area for open positions.
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Tips & Warnings
Take life sciences and health courses in high school. This will prepare you to enroll in a pharmacy technician program.
Don't forget to update your resume. Once you've completed the required education and have your certification under your belt, update your resume. Check out sample resumes at Job Bank USA (see Resources).
