Studying to learn more about becoming a pharmacy assistant is also an excellent first step toward learning more about what is involved in getting your pharmacy technician certification. Stratford's in-depth course can provide you with a thorough introduction about the work of a pharmacy assistant, which could lead to furthering your education and gaining your pharmacy technician certification.
Pharmacy assistants perform a number of duties, primarily administrative, which can involve maintaining patient files, preparing insurance forms, monitoring inventory and working directly with customers. Pharmacy assistants should enjoy being organized and be able to communicate effectively. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, job prospects for pharmacy assistants are expected to be good.*
Stratford's pharmacy assistant course could lead to jobs with a:
• Retail pharmacy
• Grocery store
• Hospital
• Nursing home
• School
• Residential facility
• And more!
Pharmacy assistants, or aides, should not be confused with workers who have received their pharmacy technician certification. People who have their pharmacy technician certification are usually more closely involved in helping a pharmacist to fill prescriptions. Pharmacy technician certification requirements can vary depending on where you live, so be sure to check with your local authority.
Take the first step toward learning more about pharmacy technician certification with Stratford's pharmacy assistant course. Enroll today!
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| *Source:Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, "Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-09" |
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| "I felt the material was well-covered and easy to understand. I am looking forward to beginning a career as a Pharmacist's Assistant. The course will help me greatly in my future." — D.J. - Kansas |
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| "The program helps me go at my own pace. Being able to study at home is great. I have learned a lot." — T.H. - Texas |
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