Pharmacy
Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
www.ptcb.org
The PTCB is the organization responsible for developing
and
administering the National Certification Exam for
Pharmacy Technicians.
The website offers information about Exam dates and
locations, as well
as other useful information for Pharmacy Technicians
and those wanting
to pursue a career as a Pharmacy Technician.
Pharmacy Technician Jobs
www.indeed.com/q-Pharmacy-Technician-jobs.html
A searchable job board for pharmacy technicians that
provides job listings in all 50 States.
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
(ACPE)
www.acpe-accredit.org
The APCE is the national agency responsible for the
accreditation of professional degree programs in pharmacy
continuing education. It ensures nation-wide quality
assurance for all pharmacy technician educational
programs.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
www.fda.gov
The FDA is the agency responsible for regulating OTC
drugs and establishing rules for pharmacists and pharmacy
technicians in their performing their duties.
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
www.dea.gov
The DEA enforces the controlled substance laws and
regulations of the United States. Their website provides
important, up-to-date information on laws governing
controlled substances.
American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
www.aphanet.org
The APhA is the largest member-based Association for
pharmacy professionals, with about 50,000 members.
Their website provides resources for pharmacist, pharmacy
technicians, and other pharmacy professionals.
State Boards of Pharmacy
Search online for your State’s Board of Pharmacy!
Each State in America has a Board of Pharmacy responsible
for regulating pharmaceuticals within that State.
Once certified, you can become a member of your State
association. The State Boards of Pharmacy will keep
you updated on pharmacy laws, events, continuing education,
and more.
Rx List
www.rxlist.com
RxList gives a comprehensive list of the top 300 drugs
with brand and generic name equivalents. With a searchable
drug-name database, Rx List is an invaluable resource
for drug name information.
Pharmacist Mutual Insurance
www.phmic.com
Pharmacists Mutual is a source for Pharmacy Technician
liability insurance.
Medline - National Library of Medicine
www.medlineplus.com
Medline provides all information available on brand
name to generic drugs in the marketplace and under
development.
Pharmacy Technician Associations
There are numerous professional associations for pharmacy
technicians that provide career information and support,
as well as social activities. Open an online search
to find associations you might want to join!
Pharmacy Gifts
www.pharmacygifts.com
A fun website for pharmacy technicians and those shifting
into a career in pharmacy. Find the perfect gift for
your pharmaceutical friends today!