American Association of Pharmacy Technicians, Inc. - AAPT

12/04/2025

Get ready, Pharmacy Technicians, we’re heading to Austin! The Annual National Pharmacy Technician Convention is coming to the University of Texas, June 5–6, 2026, and early registration is officially OPEN.
Register before January 1, 2026 and get $30 off!!!
$165 Member | $265 Non-Member
Don’t wait, lock in your savings and secure your spot!
👉 More info & early registration: pharmacytechnician.com/product/2025-convention-fee-full-package/
See you in Austin!

11/29/2025

Talking to patients about medication costs can be tough. AAPT’s CE course, “Help Me Help You: A Guide Through Patient Assistance Programs,” gives you the tools to guide patients through cost concerns, assistance programs, and next steps. Click to learn more and take this class: https://www.pharmacytechnician.com/ptassist/

(Interested in our CE? Join AAPT! Many of our courses are free or discounted for members!)

11/27/2025

Today, we’re thankful for pharmacy technicians across the country. Your work keeps patients safe and supports healthcare teams every day. Thank you for all you do. 💙

11/25/2025

Shoutout time! Tag a pharmacy technician in the comments below who inspires you, whether through mentorship, teamwork, or simply showing up with heart. Let’s celebrate each other!

11/20/2025

AAPT is proud to support Quit To***co Week and the Great American Smokeout TODAY, November 20! This week celebrates those who have quit and encourages others to quit to***co for good. Pharmacy technicians can also enhance their skills with our CE course: Smoking Cessation. After completing this knowledge-based activity, technicians will be able to:
1. Describe the health risks of continued to***co use and ni****ne addiction
2. Explain the health benefits of quitting smoking
3. Understand key components of a smoking cessation plan, including patient motivation, ni****ne dependence, medication options, and counseling
Click here to sign up (and remember, most CE courses are free or 1/2 off with AAPT membership!) >>> https://www.pharmacytechnician.com/smoking-cessation/
***coWeek ***coFree

11/18/2025

Fred Shackelford is one of the founders of AAPT and a lifetime member. Fred didn't initially choose to become a pharmacy technician, but once he did, he found his calling.

"It happened because I was looking for a full-time job and was recommended by the chief pharmacist's wife to the position in the hospital," he said. "Later, I chose to continue to work as a pharmacy technician when some other jobs were suggested to me. I was comfortable in the role, and I enjoyed the work and my fellow staff and bosses.

When I look back on my career, I am proud of the many technicians and pharmacists I helped train and nurture to improve themselves and become better people. I am also proud of the pharmacy technician association (AAPT!) that several of us built from the ground up! I believe it has been a help to many technicians, and an inspiration to some technicians, to improve themselves and look for a way to provide better patient care."

11/14/2025

We want your feedback! What is your favorite part of being a pharmacy technician?
A) Helping patients and making a difference in their care
B) Learning something new every day
C) Working as part of an amazing pharmacy team
D) Growing my career and expanding my skills

Tell us below! 👇

11/13/2025

11/12/2025

This , we honor all Veterans and recognize the pharmacy technicians who served in the military. Federal pharmacy technicians support the VA, U.S. Public Health Service, and military branches, ensuring veterans and service members receive the highest quality care. To all who have served and continue to serve in uniform and in pharmacy: thank you. 🇺🇸

11/11/2025

Big News for Pharmacy Technicians! California has taken an important step forward with the passage of CA A.B. 1503, establishing a Pharmacy Technician Advisory Committee to guide the state’s Board of Pharmacy on technician-related matters.

The new seven-member committee will include four pharmacy technicians, two pharmacists, and one public member, giving technicians a dedicated voice in shaping the future of pharmacy practice.

While the committee currently serves in an advisory role without voting power, this marks a strong move toward expanding the scope and influence of pharmacy technicians.

Here’s to continued progress and recognition of the vital role technicians play in patient care and public health!

11/08/2025

November is National Diabetes Month. Can you guess how many Americans live with diabetes? Over 37 million! Pharmacy technicians are key partners in diabetes care, from ensuring accurate medication fills to helping patients understand insulin devices and their nutritional needs.

At AAPT, we have a CE course for you! "How the Pharmacy Technician can help with Nutrition Considerations for Diabetic" is part of our Drug Therapy Topics, and is either free or half off to AAPT Members. This lecture by Courtney Akin, MMN, RD, LMNT, LD Nutrition Therapist at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska, will give you the tools and confidence to help your diabetic patients.
https://www.pharmacytechnician.com/diab-nutri/

11/04/2025

November is here! A month to reflect, give thanks, and celebrate the people who make a difference every day. At AAPT, we’re thankful for pharmacy technicians everywhere! You are the heart of safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.

Now we want to hear from you: What are you thankful for this month?
Share your gratitude in the comments and let’s fill our feeds with appreciation and positivity! 💙