Support Patient Care. Start a Healthcare Career.
Pharmacy technicians assist licensed pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, managing prescriptions, and ensuring patient safety. Barton’s program helps you build the skills needed to enter this in-demand field.
Licensure & State Requirements
Certification, registration, and licensure requirements for pharmacy technicians differ across states. Some states may have additional requirements not covered in Barton’s program. Before enrolling, students should contact the Board of Pharmacy in the state where they plan to work to confirm eligibility. Visit the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) for direct links to your state’s licensing information.
Barton Benefits
At Barton, our areas of study are designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking necessary to thrive in today’s world. Whether you're just beginning your educational journey or advancing your career, we offer flexible and rigorous programs that support your goals.
Why Barton?
- 100% Online Format
Study anytime, anywhere—no commuting or set class times. - Fast Track to a Career
Complete your certificate in just two semesters and be workforce-ready. - Externship Experience
Gain hands-on training through an approved pharmacy internship near you. - Certification Exam Prep
Program prepares you to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE). - Affordable Tuition
Low-cost education with financial aid available for eligible students. - Flexible Learning, Full Support
Includes online orientation, advising, and student support services to help you succeed. - Enroll Anytime with Barton Online
Convenient, flexible course enrollment through Barton’s online learning platform.
Career Outlook
Launch a Rewarding Career in Healthcare
Pharmacy technicians are in demand across healthcare settings, with opportunities to grow and specialize. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 6% job growth for pharmacy technicians through 2032.
Where You Can Work:
- Retail and hospital pharmacies
- Long-term care facilities
- Mail-order and specialty pharmacies
- Insurance companies and pharmaceutical firms
Career Growth:
- Lead or senior technician
- Billing and inventory specialist
- Sterile compounding technician
- Pathway to pharmacy school or other healthcare fields
Get certified, gain hands-on experience, and start your healthcare career in just two semesters with Barton.
Earn a Completion Certificate in Just Two Semesters
Barton’s Pharmacy Technician program is a 29-credit hour certificate designed to be completed in two semesters, including a hands-on internship in a pharmacy setting.
This program prepares students to sit for national certification exams, including:
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
- Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT)
Gain the skills, experience, and qualifications needed to begin your career as a certified pharmacy technician.
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What Do Pharmacy Technicians Do?
Pharmacy technicians support licensed pharmacists by performing both clinical and administrative tasks, including:
- Preparing Medications – Counting tablets, labeling prescriptions, and assisting with IVs and drug compounding
- Managing Operations – Answering phones, restocking inventory, processing orders, and handling insurance billing
- Working Across Settings – Employed in retail and mail-order pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, grocery stores, and large retailers
- Interacting with Others – Collaborating with patients, healthcare professionals, and team members—strong communication and customer service skills are essential
Pharmacy technicians play a vital role in ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient patient care.
Degree Maps
Degree Maps
Certificates
Pharmacy Technician - 29 hours (certificate guide)
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Occupational Outlook
Occupational Outlook
Pharmacy Technician – Occupational Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 6% from 2022 to 2032, which is faster than the average for all occupations. About 44,900 openings for pharmacy technicians are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
Growth in the demand for prescription medications will lead to increased demand for pharmacy services, and pharmacy technicians will be needed to assist pharmacists in serving customers more efficiently.
Median Pay (2024):
$43,460 per year
$20.90 per hour
Work Environments:
Pharmacy technicians typically work in:
- Retail pharmacies
- Hospitals
- Long-term care facilities
- Mail-order pharmacies
- Specialty pharmacies
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Discover Career Paths
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