PPTA
PPTA is a model that offers flexibility, higher quality, lower cost, and advancement opportunities that will change the perception of the technician role from entry-level to a professional career.
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Our Online Pharmacy Technician Training Program was created out of a strong passion, a shared vision and a ceaseless commitment to making learning easily accessible from anywhere in the world. Founded in 2020, our unique approach to learning is designed to provide our students with the opportunity to get an education on their own time.
At the heart of everything that we do is our commitment to accessible education and our students’ success. We invite you to explore our diverse offering designed for learners from all backgrounds and levels.
Meet Our Founders
Dr. Sadie Cox-Hogue, PharmD, MS, MHA
Executive Director
Dr. Sadie Cox-Hogue has almost 15 years of experience in the field of pharmacy and is a director of pharmacy. She has a strong skill set in operations, automations and team engagement though she is most passionate about patient and medication safety. She is excited to be part of this dynamic team and to help further advance our pharmacy technicians roles.
Rico Powell, CPht
Program Director
Rico Powell, CPhT has an 18-year career history in pharmacy serving in technician and leadership roles in the Memphis area. Currently, Mr. Powell is an advisor for pharmacy informatics for health systems. His commitment to the quality and safety of medication distribution through innovation and education is a leading priority in all his endeavors in the pharmacy field.
Shaquille Fuller, PMP, MSCIS, ITIL4
Director of Technology
Shaquille Fuller, PMP, MSCIS, ITIL4 is a Doctor of Information Technology student with over 12 years of experience in Computer and Information Systems. As a lifelong learner, he is fully committed to improving the quality and affordability of continued education and plans to help other working professionals advance in their careers through best-in-class accredited training programs.