Pharmacy Tech

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Convenient, affordable, and achievable pharmacy tech courses

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What can you expect?

Our pharmacy tech courses are 10 weeks long and are hosted online with a live instructor to answer questions and support you throughout the class. Classes are self-paced with a weekly checklist of items to complete, giving you the freedom and flexibility to continue to work while you train for your new career. All of our licensed instructors are experienced pharmacy technicians and health professionals and are passionate and committed to your success. Throughout the course, our Career Services team will help you with resume and interview prep, equipping you to confidently start your new career.

5%

Job Outlook

In the next 10 years, new pharmacy tech jobs are expected to grow by 5%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

$17.66

Median Hourly Pay

Starting pay is between $13 - $22 depending on your state and employer.

22,400

New Pharmacy Tech Jobs

Projected from 2021-2031. The industry is constantly growing.

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We are licensed by the (PTCB) Pharmacy Tech Certification Board in 44 states. Select the state you plan to work in.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is class held?

Our pharmacy tech courses are held online with an in-person instructor. We want our students to have the best of both worlds - the convenience of online courses, but with the personal learning experience you get with a live instructor.

What sets us apart?

Our courses are intentionally designed to be convenient, affordable, and achievable. Students receive a quality education while investing significantly less time and money than they would on traditional education.

How much does it cost?

Tuition varies by course location, but we offer interest-free payment plans to make paying for your course easy and affordable. Many states also offer a variety of funding opportunities.


Why pharmacy tech?

Pharmacy technicians play an important role in the healthcare industry. Upon graduating, you’ll have the opportunity to work in the growing medical industry in a hospital, local pharmacy, or even a mail-order pharmacy.

See what makes it affordable.

Pay As You Go

Accelerated Academy does not expect, nor do we require, our students to have the full tuition amount up front.

Achievable Payment Plans

Payment plans can be scheduled weekly or bi-weekly to ensure your payment plan meets your financial needs.

Low Payments

Start your interest-free payment plan after your deposit and pay it off by the last week of class. The earlier you enroll, the more affordable your payments will be!

So, what will you learn?

By the end of the course, students will possess the skills and knowledge that pharmacists say are essential for every pharmacy tech. Some of the main topics include:

Pharmacy Law and Ethics
Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration
Medical Terminology and Abbreviations
Basic Pharmacology
Drug Names
Prescription Interpretation
Pharmacy Calculations
Institutional Pharmacy
Community Pharmacy
Assisting a Pharmacist

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Finding a job is your goal and our mission. Our Career Services Department provides a course that prepares you to enter the workforce with confidence.

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