Location:
Fresh Start Healthcare, LLC
1518 Willow Lawn Drive
Conference Room - 2nd Floor
Richmond, VA 23230

Dates: October 12th - November 16th; Saturdays x6

Times: 9:00am-1:00pm

Class Cost: $675 (Includes Textbooks)

The Pharmacy Technician course is designed to prepare students to assist and support licensed pharmacists in providing health care and medications to patients. Students will obtain a broad knowledge of pharmacy practice, and Pharmacy Law skilled in the techniques required to order, stock, package, prepare and dispense medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

There will be a research project to complete during week 5 and 6 of the class duration.

You will be required to pass your Fresh Start Healthcare final exam with an 80% in order to successfully complete this class.

Certificate will be provided within 14 business days upon successful completion of the course. DO NOT COUNT WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS.

Student will be eligible to apply for the national (ExCPT/PTCB) examination.

Prerequisites: 16yrs old to take class 
*Exams require you to be 18yrs old and have a high school diploma or GED

Additional Requirements: Recommended (but not required) that participants be a Medication Aide (32hr or 68hr)

Certification Years:
License Renewal annually per Virginia Board of Pharmacy
**Cost Not included

National Certification requires online renewal every 2 years per PTCB or ExCPT
**Cost Not included

Employment Opportunities: Retail, Long-Term Care, Hospital, Pharmacy Computer Software, Drug Wholesalers