Diplomat launches pharmacy tech certification program

FLINT, Mich. — Diplomat Pharmacy announced Thursday that the Michigan Board of Pharmacy approved the company to offer a pharmacy technician training program with on-site exams. The program, which is offered exclusively to Diplomat employees, allows employees who complete it and the exam to be considered for state licensure. 

 

"The need for licensed pharmacy technicians is growing tremendously in Michigan," Diplomat’s education and training manager, Stephanie LaPointe, said. “Having a program at Diplomat that focuses on specialty pharmacy helps to ensure that the individuals serving in technician roles are appropriately supporting the specialty patient experience. “

 

Though Diplomat has offered a program for pharmacy technician certification since 2011, the board-approved program allows it to support employees in achieving higher education levels, the company said. 

 

“Through this training program, Diplomat will continue to support its pharmacy staff professionally and provide the best customer care to our patients by becoming experts in their field,” LaPointe said.