Become a Certified Pharmacy Technician

JVS’ Certified Pharmacy Technician Program is currently seeking candidates to be trained and placed in employment at retail or hospital employers in the Boston area.

TRAINING OVERVIEW:

  • FREE 12-week, full time program, including 120 externship hours
  • Program Dates: October 28, 2019 – January 31, 2020
  • Classroom training at JVS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9am – 3pm
  • Hands on externship training: 10 hours per week for 12 weeks
  • Prepares you to pass the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam

JOB PLACEMENT:

  • Individual job placement services at retail or hospital employers in the Boston area upon successful completion of the training program
  • Hospital pay range for starting pharmacy technicians: $16-22/hour
  • Retail pay range for starting pharmacy technicians: $12-15/hour

ELIGIBILITY:

  • Fluent or strong English skills required
  • Eager to seek growth opportunities and have strong work ethic
  • Must have a desire to work as a Pharmacy Techician
  • High school diploma,GED  or equivalent required
  • Must be 18+ years old
  • All applicants are required to successfully complete a CORI, background check, and drug screening
  • All applicants must commit to a full-time, 12-week training program

HOW TO APPLY:

  • Attend ONE of our upcoming Pharmacy Technician information sessions!
    • Every Tuesday at 10am at JVS Boston, 75 Federal Street, 3rd floor, Boston – Accessible entrance is located on Franklin Street. Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early
    • OTHER DATES at OTHER LOCATIONS 
  • Register here
  • Please contact traininginfo@jvs-boston.org with any questions or to request an accommodation.