Do pharmacy tech certifications actually lead to raises — or are we just getting scammed out of our time, energy, and money?

In this raw episode of Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered, host Elena Rutka breaks down what really happens after you pay for a certification like PTCB’s Product Verification or NPTA’s Sterile Compounding program… and end up with just 55 cents more per hour.📉 If you’ve ever searched:“Are pharmacy tech certs worth it?”“How much do pharmacy techs make after getting certified?”“What’s the best certification for pharmacy techs?”— this episode answers it honestly.Welcome to my channel — I’m Elena Rutka, creator of Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered—your go-to for real talk, tools, and pivot tips for techs who are over the drama and ready to do more with their skills. I spent years in the pharmacy world—from the chaos of retail to the strict structure of sterile compounding—and I’ve lived the burnout, the invisibility, and the hustle firsthand. This channel is where I share what I’ve learned and what I wish someone told me earlier. Subscribe for honest conversations, career strategies, and the support you didn’t know you needed—but absolutely deserve.