Pharmacy Technician Schools in Ohio - OH

Continuing Education Requirements for Pharmacy Technicians in Ohio

• All licensed pharmacists in the state of Ohio must provide documentation that they have completed a minimum of 6 continuing education units (60 hours) through Ohio pharmacy technician schools every 3 years in order to qualify for license renewal
• 3 hours of the total required credits must be approved by the Ohio Board of Pharmacy in programs that cover the area of jurisprudence
• One continuing education credit is equal to 10 contact hours of participation in any organized and approved continuing education experience or program of pharmacy
• The individual must provide proper documentation certifying that they have participated in a structured and well-defined course or program in the subject of pharmacy experience directed by anyone that is approved by the Board

Licensure Renewal Policy for Pharmacy Technicians in Ohio

• All valid licenses expire each year on September 15th
• Individual must submit renewal fee of $97.50 to the Treasurer, State of Ohio
• Must provide documentation of 6 continuing education units, or 60 hours of continuing education credits every 3 years

Pharmacy Associations in Ohio

Ohio Pharmacists Association (OPA)

The purpose of this organization is to unify the professional field of pharmacy, while encouraging adequate professional relationships. The members of the OPA continuously work to promote and educate the public on the importance of health and legislation. The mission of the OPA is to advocate and define the moral character of professional pharmacists by incorporating reputable professionals, as well as educators in order to provide the needed skills to those in progress of learning to become a talented and knowledgeable pharmacy professional.

Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Pharmacy Techs in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron and Dayton, Ohio may be able to prepare themselves for the possibility of employment in some of the largest hospitals and healthcare facilities in the state including the Akron City Hospital, The Cleveland Clinic and the many University Hospitals and Mercy Hospitals.

Ohio Pharmacists Association
12155 Riverside Dr.
Columbus, OH 43221
Phone: (614) 586-1497
Fax: (614) 586-1545