Rankings Methodology | PharmacyTechnicianSchools.com
At PharmacyTechnicianSchools.com, we take pride in offering future pharmacy technicians comprehensive, data-driven information about education programs nationwide. We recognize that selecting the ideal pharmacy technician program involves balancing numerous factors unique to each student’s situation, including career objectives, financial considerations, and personal circumstances.
To assist in your decision-making process, we perform detailed annual evaluations of pharmacy technician programs across the country to develop our program rankings. Our rankings methodology emphasizes exam preparation, affordability, and scheduling flexibility. We’re committed to providing you with thoroughly researched, unbiased information that empowers you to make informed educational choices.
Our Evaluation Methodology
Our rankings result from a meticulous and impartial evaluation process. We gather and analyze information from credible industry sources to ensure our rankings deliver current and valuable insights to prospective pharmacy technician students.
Programs We Exclude
While we review a wide range of pharmacy technician programs, we exclude those that:
- Do not maintain current records in the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
- Have publicly announced program discontinuation
- Fail to hold proper accreditation from recognized pharmacy education authorities
- Show consistent PTCB exam pass rates below acceptable thresholds
- Provide insufficient data regarding graduate employment outcomes
Key Ranking Criteria
We evaluate programs based on several crucial factors, with special attention to:
- Industry Accreditation - Programs accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)/Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) receive priority consideration
- Certification Exam Success - PTCB and ExCPT exam pass rates and first-attempt success percentages are heavily weighted
- Affordability - Comprehensive program costs including tuition, fees, and required materials relative to regional averages
- Program Duration Options - Availability of accelerated, standard, and part-time completion paths
- Instructional Format Flexibility - Hybrid learning options, evening/weekend scheduling, and online components for theoretical coursework
Trusted Data Sources
We compile our rankings using information from respected industry authorities, including:
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) program statistics
- National Healthcareer Association (NHA) ExCPT exam data
- American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) program directory
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
- Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
- State Boards of Pharmacy training requirements
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) standards
Through this comprehensive, evidence-based approach, we aim to provide transparent, dependable rankings that guide you toward pharmacy technician programs aligned with your career aspirations.
Have Questions?
If you have inquiries about our methodology or suggestions for improvement, we encourage your feedback! Please reach out through our website Contact Form. At PharmacyTechnicianSchools.com, we’re dedicated to supporting your journey toward a successful pharmacy technician career.