Title: Module 4 Discussion
Course: PTN 0086 Pharmacy Technician III > Section: Module 4: National Certification Preparation

A major career step for any pharmacy technician is becoming certified. Technicians may want to consider completing one of the major certifications. Please post your response to the following questions:

1. What are some advantages of being a Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician?
2. Once certified, how can a pharmacy technician maintain certification?

After you post your response, please read and reply to your classmates’ responses. What are your plans for becoming certified?

This discussion addresses the following module objectives:

- Choose a standardized certification test.
- Identify ongoing certification and continuing education requirements.