Students in pharmacy technician training may explore the field through class work and hands-on experience. The skills they learn will include organization, helping others and attention to detail. They may work directly with pharmacists or doctors in an office or clinic.

Certificate programs are educational units of study that help students to gain knowledge and experience under the tutelage of qualified individuals. Some students take these programs in order to have the skills needed to advance within their occupations.

Online learning refers to use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning one has the flexibility to access their studies at any time and from anywhere they can log on.