Best Pharmacy Technician Schools in Indiana

Pharmacy technician perform clerical work in medical settings under the direction of a pharmacist. May verify accuracy of patient information, record patient medical histories, prepare medications, merchandise health products and much more.

Indiana allows pharmacy technicians to complete an education and training program approved by the Board found in many of the Indiana pharmacy technician schools or pass a certification examination (PTCB or ExCPT) offered by a nationally recognized certification body approved by the Board.

There are several pharmacy technician programs to choose from certificate programs (typically less than a year), diploma programs (typically one year) or, an associate degree program (typically two years long).

In addition to class work, students also complete lab work and clinical work through an externship in a retail or hospital pharmacy setting as part of the program. 

Upon completion of a pharmacy technician training program graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in retail and hospital pharmacies and pharmacies within medical and doctor's offices and sit either of the two nationally recognized certifications. 

Cities in Indiana

• Indianapolis Pharmacy Technician Schools

Best Pharmacy Technician Programs in Indiana

When evaluating pharmacy technician schools, look for a program that is ASHP approved or PTCB recognized.  

Check out the following information on your college choice website: class size, PTCB or ExCPT pass rate information, number of graduates and post-completion employment. It's also helpful to know any pre-requisites information before admission. 

Tuition costs depend on the type and length of program. Pharmacy technician programs costs in Indiana range between $2100 to $2700 excluding textbooks, uniforms, immunizations and certification exams.

The curriculum includes courses in:

• Community Pharmacy Practice (superior customer service, count and pour techniques, supply, inventory, data entry, drug selection and preparation, medication safety, monitoring medication therapy, over-the-counter drugs, and stock levels are covered),
• Institutional Pharmacy Practice (home care practice, long term care, and acute care practice are covered) and much more
• including a clinical externship.

Here is a list of all pharmacy technician programs in Indiana.