A rash from poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac is caused by an oil found in these plants called urushiol (you-ROO-shee-all). When this oil touches your skin, it often causes an itchy, blistering rash. Most people can safely treat the rash at home.
Most Pharmacy Technician training courses run from about six months to a year, depending on the course. In that time, you will learn the skills required to operate a pharmacy, follow correct pharmaceutical procedures, provide the correct drug dosages, and assist the pharmacist in administrative tasks.
How to Become a Certified Pharmacy Technician. Upon graduation from Virginia Collegeâs Pharmacy Technician training course, you should be prepared to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (CPhT) administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Our program includes a certification review course to prepare you for this exam.