Launch Your Pharmacy Technician Career
A PTCB-recognized, 192-hour training program led by a licensed pharmacist with over three decades of clinical experience.
PTCB Recognized Program
CPhT Certification
Why Choose Foothills Pharmacy Tech?
Our program is designed to get you career-ready with the knowledge and confidence to pass the PTCE exam.
Expert-Led Instruction
Learn from Keith Hunt, a licensed pharmacist (NC #11778) with over 33 years of experience and 5 years of college-level teaching.
Flexible Online Learning
Study on your schedule from anywhere. Access course materials, practice exams, and study resources 24/7.
Affordable Tuition
Just $180 enrollment fee. Textbooks purchased separately. No hidden costs, no surprise fees.
PTCB-Recognized Program
Our program meets the educational standards set by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, qualifying graduates to sit for the PTCE exam and earn the CPhT credential.
Skills You'll Gain
Graduate with the practical knowledge and professional skills employers look for in certified pharmacy technicians.
Prescription Processing
Process, verify, and dispense prescriptions accurately and efficiently
Pharmacy Calculations
Dosage conversions, compounding math, and IV flow rate calculations
Pharmacy Law
Federal regulations, controlled substances, DEA and FDA compliance
Sterile Compounding
Aseptic technique, cleanroom procedures, and IV preparation
Patient Safety
Error prevention, quality assurance, and medication safety systems
Inventory Management
Stock ordering, recall procedures, and controlled substance tracking
A Career in Demand
Pharmacy technicians are essential healthcare professionals with a median salary of $43,460/year and 6% job growth through 2034.
Our graduates work in retail pharmacies, hospitals, compounding pharmacies, and specialty settings across the country.
View Full ProgramEmployers Hiring Certified Pharmacy Technicians
The CPhT credential opens doors at pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare systems nationwide.
What Our Students Say
Hear from graduates who launched their pharmacy careers with Foothills.
"I was working retail and wanted something better for my family. This program fit my schedule perfectly. I studied at night after my kids went to bed and passed the PTCE on my first try."
"Keith is an incredible instructor. He doesn't just teach you the material — he explains how it actually works in a real pharmacy. I felt completely prepared walking into the exam."
"The price was unbeatable compared to community college programs, and the quality was just as good. I'm now working at a compounding pharmacy making more than I ever expected."
How It Works
From enrollment to certification prep in four simple steps.
Enroll Online
Create your account and pay the $180 enrollment fee securely with Stripe.
Get Your Materials
Purchase your two required textbooks and access codes from our online store.
Study & Learn
Work through the 4-month curriculum at your pace with instructor support via email.
Get Certified
Complete the program and sit for the PTCE exam with confidence.
Learn from Real Experience
Our program uses the same curriculum and textbooks used at accredited community college pharmacy technician programs — at a fraction of the cost.
Led by a licensed pharmacist with 33+ years of experience, you'll learn how things actually work in a real pharmacy setting.
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