Pharmacy Technician Certificate online

Program Highlights

16 Week Program
Accredited
Instructor Assistance
Your Own Success Coach
Books Included in Tuition

Overview

Lakewood University’s pharmacy technician program is accredited by ASHP/ACPE (Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education). ASHP/ACPE recognizes pharmacy technician training programs that meet its quality and compliance standards through formal accreditation.

Lakewood University students will learn key concepts and skills through hands-on experience in the classroom and in real-world settings.

Topics covered include drug compounding, manufacturing and packaging operations, pharmaceutical terminology, patient interaction, pharmacy ethics and laws, inventory control, and other specialized lessons necessary to succeed as a healthcare professional.

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be competitively positioned to begin a career in a wide range of community pharmacy settings.

Graduates will also be able to continue their education with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from the credits earned in this program.

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Program Mission Statement

Program Outline

What You Receive

Career Outlook

Program Cost

Program Outcomes

Interpret physician orders and prescriptions for accuracy
Explain the role a pharmacy technician plays in the compounding of medications
Define medical and pharmaceutical terms and common abbreviations
Describe the role that the pharmacy technician plays in the pharmacy
Perform basic pharmaceutical calculations
Explain the differences between brand and generic medications
Recognize the role that the pharmacy plays in preventative services such as immunizations
Identify the individual state requirements for a pharmacy technician
Demonstrate the basic skills needed to effectively prepare for an interview

Program Mission Statement
To offer an accredited, flexible and affordable program that supports learners. These students will develop critical skills through relevant instruction and experience to pursue a career as a pharmacy technician to improve health outcomes in the communities they serve.

Program Outline

Lakewood University’s 16-week Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program is comprised of 600 clock hours which provides “hands-on” instruction on the following topics:

Module Number	Lesson Name	Clock Hours
1	Medical Terminology, Pharmacology and Pharmacy Development	37.5
2	Medications and Pharmacy Law & Regulations	37.5
3	Prescription Orders, Medication Safety, and the Integumentary System	37.5
4	The Musculoskeletal System and Drug Therapy	37.5
5	The Nervous System and Drug Therapy, Drug Administration and Dosage Formulations	37.5
6	Mental Health, Sensory System Drug Therapy, and Pharmacy Measurements / Calculations	37.5
7	The Cardiovascular System and Community Pharmacy Dispensing	37.5
8	The Respiratory System and Gastrointestinal System Drug Therapy	37.5
9	The Endocrine System and the Business of Community Pharmacies	37.5
10	Reproductive System Drug Therapy and Nonsterile Compounding	37.5
11	The Immune System, Infections, and Hospital Pharmacy Dispensing	37.5
12	Viral Infections, Aseptic Technique, and Cleanroom Facilities	37.5
13	Pain Drug Therapy and Sterile / Hazardous Compounding	37.5
14	Nutrition, Fluid Therapy, and Medication Safety	37.5
15	Cancer Drug Therapy and Professionalism	37.5
16	Course Review and Externship Preparation	37.5
Total Hours		600 Clock Hours

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS The following lists the minimum recommended hardware and software requirements a student will need to successfully access Lakewood College’s online academic programs: Audio: sound card and speakers or headphones for listening Internet connection: 56 Kbps for self-paced courses (caution: if video is present, it may be poor at this speed) Screen resolution: at least 800 x 600 Internet browser: IE 7 or greater, Firefox 2 or greater, browser set to accept cookies and to show the newest version of a page Media Player such Windows Media Player, Camtasia, or Vidster (all of which can be downloaded for free at the respective websites). Pop-up blocker must be disabled **For optimal results the following is recommended: Internet connection: Cable modem, DSL or better (required for high-quality video) Screen resolution: 1024 x 768

State requirements

A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government, and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state. For more information regarding Ohio requirements for Pharmacy Technicians, click here https://www.pharmacy.ohio.gov/Licensing/PTech.aspx or click here for contact information on all other state licensing/regulatory boards and certain professional licensing information.

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What You Receive

Lakewood University provides everything you need for the Pharmacy Technician Program. You will receive:

A program that includes conceptual learning, simulated activities (labs), and an externship experience at a pharmacy
Knowledge that prepares you for the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam
Tuition includes online textbook & materials and the exam fee for your first attempt at the PTCB exam
Prepare you to meet your state’s specific pharmacy technician regulations
Program developed and taught by real-world pharmacy professionals
Hands-on learning and skills demonstration with a dedicated pharmacy technician trainer that will prepare you for the pharmacy workplace
Hands-On Experience In a Pharmacy Setting
- Assistance from a dedicated pharmacy technician trainer to coordinate with you and a pharmacy in your community to set up an externship
Partnerships with various pharmacies within the retail, community, and hospital settings that continue to expand such as CVS Health, Walgreens, and University Hospitals of Cleveland*
Career readiness including professional development, interview preparation, and more
Student success coaching and unlimited tutoring
Opportunity to network with Pharmacy Technician students and alumni from across the country
Access to helpful online resources
Upon graduation, you will earn nine credits towards an Associate or Bachelors degree in Health Care Administration

Career Outlook

Employment is expected to increase much faster than average, and job opportunities are expected to be excellent, especially for those with formal training or certification. The increased number of middle-aged and elderly people—who use more prescription drugs than younger people—will spur demand for pharmacy workers throughout the projection period. In addition, as scientific advances lead to new drugs and as more people obtain prescription drug coverage, pharmacy workers will be needed in growing numbers.

The employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 7 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. Increased demand for prescription medications will lead to more demand for pharmaceutical services.

The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians was $$43,460 in July 2025.*

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Pharmacy Technicians, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm (visited June 11, 2025).

Click here to view Lakewood University’s graduate performance on the PTCB Examination.

Program Cost

Payment Plan	Total Tuition	Enroll
Pay in full Payment in full: $10,400.00	Tuition: $10,400.00

Lakewood University provides all textbooks, study guides, supplemental materials, achievement exams, and instructional support at no cost to the student.

This is a 600 clock hour program with a tuition cost of $17.33 per clock hour (600 clock hours X $17.33 per clock hour = $10,400.00 in tuition).

Administrative Fees (in addition to the tuition above)

Application Fee- $75 for degree programs; $0 for vocational programs

Registration Fee – $200 for degree programs; $125 for vocational programs

Library Fee – $100 per degree semester; $250 per vocational program term