An all inclusive 14-week program. Pharmacy Technician is one of the fastest growing jobs in health care today. In this course, you will learn everything from the role of the technician in the pharmacy setting, to the basic sciences at the core of pharmacy practice, to preparing for the PTCB exam. You will learn complete drug information that includes proper name, spelling and pronunciation, drug class, generic and trade name, route of administration, dosage and more of hundreds of drugs. You will be able to identify pills on sight with pill photos, gain a better understanding of how certain drugs work within the body, with a concise review of relevant anatomy and physiology, and stay up-to-date with cutting-edge pharmacy practice with the latest information on new drugs, regulations, HIPAA guidelines and safety procedures. All materials covered including PTCB National Certification(CPhT) exam fee. Payment plans available.  Online anytime, self-paced.

Ellsworth Adult & Community Education is here to ensure your readiness and success by providing logistical, academic, and social emotional support during this online and in-person experience. We will help you through the enrollment process, provide local support during the course and offer the certification exam locally. Our services are available at no cost to you.  If you'd like to schedule an individual appointment with one of our career advisors to learn more, please call 207.664.7110 or email adultedinfo@ellsworthschools.org to schedule a phone, ZOOM or in-person appointment.

If you are ready to make a change in your life - finding the right job or career - this offering will provide you with the resources, skills, knowledge and support to seek your fortune!

You’ll have the opportunity to take career assessments, explore job opportunities, identify the training or education required (and apply for those programs), prepare to apply for jobs by writing resumes and participating in informational and mock interviews, complete paper and online job applications, and strengthen communication and other foundation skills to reach your goals. You will work with a veteran instructor to design your own individualized program.

The first step is to meet with one of our career advisors to make a plan that meets your needs and goals. Call us at 664.7110 to schedule an initial appointment to learn more about the program.