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: Tonique Hendrix, CPhT

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

Managing Hot Flashes: New Nonhormonal Treament Options for Menopause

When:
April 28, 2026
12:00-12:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$5 for 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 new nonhormonal treatment options for menopause-related VMS.
Compare hormonal and nonhormonal approaches to VMS management.
Identify common therapies used to manage hot flashes.
Recognize recent updates in nonhormonal menopause treatments.

Faculty: Evonne Preciado, CPhT-Adv

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

HIPAA in the Pharmacy: Real-World Privacy Pitfalls and How to Prevent Them

When:
April 30, 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:

Recognize situations that may result in HIPAA violations.
Describe best practices for protecting patient health information.
Identify technician responsibilities related to HIPAA compliance.
Identify common HIPAA violations in pharmacy practice.
Assess strategies to prevent patient privacy breaches.
Apply HIPAA requirements to real-world pharmacy scenarios.

Faculty: Susanna Yingshuan Lee, PharmD

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

LDL-Lowering Therapies: What's New Beyond Statins

When:
May 12, 2026
12:00-12:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$5 for 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:

Identify nonstatin therapies used to lower LDL cholesterol.
Describe technician considerations related to newer injectable lipid therapies.
Summarize recent updates in LDL-lowering therapy options.
Assess how new agents fit into hypercholesterolemia management strategies.

Faculty: Lisa Thompson, BS, RPT, CPhT-Adv

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

HIV Prevention Today: PrEP, PEP, and Long-Acting Options in Pharmacy Practice

When:
May 21, 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 current HIV prevention strategies, including PrEP and PEP.
Compare oral and long-acting HIV prevention options.
Apply pharmacist-led strategies to improve HIV prevention access and adherence.
Identify medications used for HIV prevention.
Recognize differences between oral and injectable HIV prevention therapies.
Describe the technician’s role in supporting HIV prevention services.

Faculty: Cody Bridges, CPhT-Adv, CHW

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

Cluster Headache Treatment Updates: Advances in Acute Management

When:
June 16, 2026
12:00-12:30 PM Central

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members.
$5 for 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: Michelle, 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 18, 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 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 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.