Pharmacy Technician for Non-Native English Speakers
Build your English skills. Train for a healthcare career. Prepare for national certification.
The Pharmacy Technician for Non-Native English Speakers program is designed for high-intermediate to advanced English learners who want to start a career as a pharmacy technician.
In approximately four (4) months, you will strengthen your English for the pharmacy workplace, complete pharmacy technician training, and prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam.
Career counseling and job placement assistance are also available to help you take the next step toward employment.
Is This Program Right for You?
This program may be a good fit if you:
- Speak English as an additional language
- Have high-intermediate to advanced English skills
- Are interested in becoming a pharmacy technician
- Can participate in both online and in-person learning
- Are ready for an accelerated career training program
Already taking English classes at Bucks?
If you’ve successfully completed ESL 2C, you’re at a great starting point for the Pharmacy Technician for Non-Native English Speakers program.
Not sure about your English level? Take our free English Placement Test. We will review your score and contact you to discuss your eligibility and next steps.
Start the English Placement Test
How the Program Works
The program includes two courses:
1. English for Pharmacy Technician – 40 hours
Build the pharmacy vocabulary and English communication skills you will need to succeed in pharmacy technician training and in the workplace. This course is completed online at your own pace.
2. Pharmacy Technician Comprehensive
Learn the knowledge and skills needed to work as a pharmacy technician and prepare for the PTCB certification exam. This hybrid course meets twice each week:
- One class on campus
- One live online class on Zoom
Students must attend both the in-person and live online sessions.
Program Cost
The Pharmacy Technician for Non-Native English Speakers costs $3,950. You may be eligible to participate for free through PA CareerLink® funding. Contact our office for more details.
Please note: Textbooks and the PTCB certification exam are additional costs.
Spring 2027 Course Offerings
The Pharmacy Technician course is a hybrid format held two days a week. Each week includes one in-person session and one live online session on Zoom. You must attend both sessions.
| Course ID | Course Name | Cost | Day & Time | Dates | Location | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHPAH 0373 WB1 | English for Pharmacy Technician | $1,700 | – | Feb 1 - Feb 26 | – | Self-Paced |
| WHPAH 0273 WB2 | Pharmacy Technician Comprehensive | $2,250 | Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-9:30 p.m. |
March 4 - June 3 | Newtown | Hybrid |
| WHPAH 0273 WB50 | Pharmacy Technician Comprehensive | $2,250 | Tuesday & Thursday 9 a.m.-noon |
March 23 - June 15 | Epstein/Bristol | Hybrid |
For more information about this accelerated program, call 267-685-4852, email alliedhealth@bucks.edu or complete the request for information form.