When you visit your local pharmacy, you may notice that the same medication can come in two forms: the well-advertised brand and the often less…
Medical terminology for pharmacy technicians is the working language you use to understand prescriptions, drug names, common condition terms, side effects, directions, and pharmacy notes.…
Table of Contents PTCB exam online: quick answer (December 2025) If you’re searching for a “PTCB exam online,” here’s the straight answer: the PTCE® (the exam for the…
Pharmacy Technician Leadership Development News In a groundbreaking move, the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the Pharmacy Leadership and Education Institute (PLEI) have created…
Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Pharmacy Technicians and Healthcare Equity As we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, it’s essential for us in…
Community pharmacy vs. hospital pharmacy is mainly a workplace-setting choice for pharmacy technicians. Community pharmacy is more customer-facing and retail-prescription focused, while hospital pharmacy is…
10 Benefits of Becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician If you’re considering a career in the healthcare field, becoming a certified pharmacy technician is an excellent…
What Makes a Great Pharmacy Technician? Our students commonly ask us for tips on getting a job after completing our PTCB-recognized education program. Being marketable…
PTCB Announces Medication Therapy Management Certificate Earlier this month, the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) announced the availability of the Medication Therapy Management (MTM) certificate for pharmacy…
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