ANNOUNCING...

The American Association of Pharmacy Technicians 

30 th ANNUAL NATIONAL CONVENTION 

Coming to Memphis, TN

July 26 - 28, 2012

STAY TUNED FOR MORE CONVENTION INFORMATION

 NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF PHARMACY TECHNICIANS

PRESENTS:

ANNUAL SPRING CONTINUING EDUCATION SEMINAR

 AAPT FACTS

 Founded in 1979, the American Association of Pharmacy Technicians (AAPT) is an international not-for-profit educational and professional organization dedicated to the improved delivery of pharmaceutical services through exchange, development, and dissemination of information. With the expansion of pharmacy technology, educational requirements are essential for pharmacy technicians. Recognizing the value of continuing education, AAPT established a Continuing Education Service. This service provides program participants an opportunity to acquire CE credits. AAPT CES is an official provider of CE credits for pharmacy technicians.

ABOUT OUR MEMBERS

AAPT represents technicians practicing in hospitals, ambulatory and extended care facilities, community pharmacies, and as educators. The Association embodies pharmacy technician students as well as technicians practicing in the Veterans Administration Medical Centers, Armed Forces facilities, and industry. Association members are located from all 50 states, Canada and overseas with many activities carried through Chapters organized at the local level.

By some estimates there are 300,000+ technicians practicing in the United States. With the increased use of technical personnel in pharmacies, and the evolving role of the pharmacist as a patient consultant, AAPT is anticipating substantial growth in the years ahead and increased demand for educational and training programs for technicians.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

AAPT strongly encourages professional recognition of pharmacy technicians and standardization of job titles and responsibilities. We are committed to development of formal training programs and a means of demonstrating competence through certification. Our Association is active in providing continuing education opportunities to help technicians update their skills and keep pace with the challenges in pharmacy practice. Communication with the membership via the quarterly newsletter, Chapter mailings, email, and the national office allow member concerns to be addressed and for information critical to the success of pharmacy technicians to be disseminated.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Ø      Continuing Education Credit

Ø      Professional Enrichment

Ø      Networking Opportunities                                                            

Ø      Updates on Current Trends

Ø      Discount Rates to AAPT Sponsored Events                   

Ø      Quarterly Newsletter                    

Ø      Voice in Pharmacy Technician Issues

Ø      Opportunities to Develop Leadership Skills

Ø      Website Featuring Calendar of Events and Appropriate Links