Earn Your Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT) Certification
Inquire Today
What does it mean to earn your Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT) Certification?
The ExCPT ensures that you are ready to excel as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. By becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician, you prove to potential or current employers that you have the knowledge to work in a pharmacy setting and receive requests for prescriptions from doctor’s offices and patients.
Why Earn Your Certification
Earning your certification proves to employers that you are knowledgeable in all aspects of your field. Here are some key reasons why you should earn your certification:
- Competitive advantage – Show hiring managers that you have the knowledge and skills to succeed
- Skills confidence – Apply for jobs with confidence that you are trained with industry-preferred skills that will ensure you are day-one ready
- Potential for promotion – Demonstrate that you are a go-getter and would be a great candidate for advancement
Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT) Certification Outcomes
This certification ensures individuals can:
- Receive and process prescription requests from patients, and those sent electronically from doctors’ offices
- Accurately count, weigh, pour and mix medications
- Prepare accurate prescription labels and package prescriptions
- Prepare and process insurance claim forms
- Meticulously manage inventory
- Establish and maintain patient profiles as well as computerized patient records
Overview of the Issuing Authority
The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) is one of the largest allied health certification providers in the nation. Since 1989, it has awarded over one million certifications and is validated and nationally recognized as providing students with the required level of knowledge to succeed in their chosen careers.
Certification Requirements
Certification candidates must be 18 years of age or older and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Select the right training program for your goals
Medication Care Coordinator
The Medication Care Coordinator online program provides you with the knowledge to succeed within the pharmacy environment.
Meet Your Training Specialist
Your Training Specialist is here to help you understand the program and payment options and succeed! Get in touch with your Training Specialist to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please let us know so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
Inquire Today
Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Training Specialist today!
Interested in Another Program?
Shippensburg University has a long history of academic excellence, dating back to its founding in 1871. The university is known for its strong programs in education, business, engineering, and the sciences. Partnering with Emerge Education, they are bringing essential healthcare and IT certification courses to you when and where you need them.
