CE Webinars

Expand your knowledge base with NPTA’s live CE virtual webinars! These informative sessions, designed for both pharmacy technicians and the general public, offer convenient access to continuing education credits and valuable insights on a variety of pharmacy practice topics. NPTA members enjoy exclusive discounts on webinars, so be sure to join us and take your learning to the next level!

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Faculty: Michelle Hill, MPH, CPhT

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.

Implicit Bias in Pharmacy Practice: Recognizing and Reducing Its Impact on Patient Care

When:
June 25, 2026
7:30-8:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$10 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.

Contact Hour(s): 1
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacy Technicians
ACPE UAN(s): Coming Soon

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe how implicit bias can influence clinical decision-making.
Evaluate the impact of bias on patient care and safety.
Apply strategies to reduce implicit bias in pharmacy practice.
Recognize examples of implicit bias in pharmacy workflows.
Describe how bias can affect patient interactions and safety.
Identify strategies technicians can use to reduce bias in daily practice.

Faculty: Heather Rooney, CPhT

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.

What's New in Ulcerative Colitis Treatment: A Clinic Update

When:
July 21, 2026
12:00-12:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$5 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.

Contact Hour(s): 0.5
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacy Technicians
ACPE UAN(s): Coming Soon

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe recent advances in acute cluster headache management.
Differentiate treatment approaches for cluster headache vs migraine.
Identify medications used for acute cluster headache treatment.
Recognize dispensing considerations for injectable headache therapies.

Faculty: Jessica Molina, CPhT-Adv

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.

Recognizing and Responding to Opioid Misuse in the Pharmacy Setting

When:
July 23, 2026
7:30-8:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$10 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.

Contact Hour(s): 1
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacy Technicians
ACPE UAN(s): Coming Soon

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe how implicit bias can influence clinical decision-making.
Evaluate the impact of bias on patient care and safety.
Apply strategies to reduce implicit bias in pharmacy practice.
Recognize examples of implicit bias in pharmacy workflows.
Describe how bias can affect patient interactions and safety.
Identify strategies technicians can use to reduce bias in daily practice.

Faculty: Denetra Wiggins, CPhT

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.

Crohn's Disease Care: Emerging Biologic Options and Treatment Pathways

When:
August 18, 2026
12:00-12:30 PM Central

Fees:

FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$5 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.

Contact Hour(s): 0.5
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacy Technicians
ACPE UAN(s): Coming Soon

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe recent biologic approvals for Crohn’s disease.
Compare newer therapies with established Crohn’s disease treatments.
Identify biologic medications used in Crohn’s disease.
Recognize technician responsibilities in supporting Crohn’s therapy access.

Faculty: Michael Kale, CPhT

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.

Nonsterile Compounding: Quality Control and Documentation Essentials

When:
August 20, 2026
7:30-8:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$10 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.

Contact Hour(s): 1
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacy Technicians
ACPE UAN(s): Coming Soon

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe regulatory requirements for nonsterile compounding.
Evaluate quality control practices in nonsterile compounding.
Apply documentation standards to support compliance.
Identify required documentation for nonsterile compounding.
Recognize common compounding errors and how to prevent them.
Describe technician responsibilities in maintaining compounding quality.

Faculty: Tonique Hendrix, CPhT

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.

IBS-C in Children and Adolescents: Recent Clinical Updates

When:
September 22, 2026
12:00-12:30 PM Central

Fees:

FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$5 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.

Contact Hour(s): 0.5
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacy Technicians
ACPE UAN(s): Coming Soon

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Discuss recent treatment updates for pediatric IBS-C.
Apply safety considerations when evaluating IBS-C therapies in children.
Identify approved treatments for pediatric IBS-C.
Recognize age-specific considerations when processing IBS-C prescriptions.

Faculty: Kevin Judeich, PHR, LSSGB, CPhT-Adv

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.

Managing Drug Shortages: Clinical, Ethical, and Operational Considerations

When:
September 24, 2026
7:30-8:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$10 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.

Contact Hour(s): 1
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacy Technicians
ACPE UAN(s): Coming Soon

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe the clinical and ethical challenges of drug shortages.
Evaluate strategies for therapeutic substitution during shortages.
Apply pharmacist-led approaches to manage shortages safely.
Identify common operational challenges caused by drug shortages.
Describe technician roles in managing inventory during shortages.
Recognize communication strategies used during drug shortage situations.