A Pharmacy Technician is the assistant to the Pharmacist in a variety of settings including Retail Pharmacy, Hospital Pharmacy, and Nursing Homes. Pharmacy Technicians may also find employment in the Pharmaceutical Industry and the Drug Wholesaler Industry. Offshoots include working with Electronic Medical Records and IT opportunities within large hospital organizations. It is the job of the Pharmacy Technician to assist the Pharmacist to ensure the pharmacy operates efficiently and safely. This program will prepare you for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCB).
Pharmacy Technician Course
Dates: May 19 – July 14, 2025 Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-9:30pm
Optional Review Classes: July 15th & 16th from 5:30-9:30pm
Location: Online using Zoom
Cost: $975 plus the cost of textbooks and exam fees
Textbooks:
The textbook bundle can be purchased through the Barnes and Noble bookstore located on campus and online. When purchasing, please make sure to use the SUNY Niagara as your location in the blue drop down bar. Course is listed as CEL:
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN MORTY PACK 8th edition by New Persp
Estimated Cost: $170
PHARMACY TECH CERT EXAM QUESTIONS by Bonsell
Estimated Cost: $40
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) – Important Links, Cost, and Information:
PTCB Website: Exam fees: $129
As of March 2022, PTCB Certification was accepted in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico. See PTCB’s link for additional information and a map for state requirements: https://www.ptcb.org/resources/state-regulations-and-map
Please Note:
*Please register early, seating is limited.
** SUNY Niagara reserves the right to cancel or postpone courses due to insufficient enrollment.
***Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
