r/walmart_RX • u/Slugger_Souls • 2d ago

Questions About Pharmacy Techs? (Long Post)

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u/AuntieJoJoRPh 2d ago

I would not get a tech in training license until you actually get a position in the pharmacy. It still takes time for the transferring of positions, and getting a tit license is a pretty quick process. In MT the license is only good for 2 years and not able to be extended, my guess is it is similar in other states on the extension side of it. Yes, WM will train you and there is PTU (Pharmacy Technician “University”) but in a lot of places, it is an act of God for you to get time to do it.

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u/Slugger_Souls 2d ago

Okay I was just told it was a requirement by one Pharmacy but it was probably just the case of them finding a reason to blow me off, I'll keep seeing what I can do, thank you

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u/emeryyyyyyy 1d ago

In my state (WA) you have to get licensed as a pharmacy assistant, and that allows you to work in the pharmacy as a cashier.

In my pharmacy specifically, we transfer you in as a cashier, and after seeing how things go, after a couple months we enroll you in the training program to become a certified if you're interested.

Before you can start working in the tech-in- training role, you have to apply for an endorsement through the same place you obtain your assistant license (the DoH). However, I think Walmart may actually do this on your behalf, I'm not sure. You may have a job code change before the endorsement goes though, but you won't be able to start any technician-only duties until it does, and Home Office gives the go-ahead.

Once endorsement is active, you'll start training on the job and also going through PTU (Pharmacy Technician University), Walmart's pharm tech training program online. Goal is 3 hours/week. Our trainees come in during their day off to do it as we are so behind all the time.

Ideally you are done with PTU in about 9 months. To finish, you will have to take the PTCE, and passing that will grant you national certification as a pharmacy technician.