Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
Check your state’s regulations to ensure the PTCB’s exam, PTCE, (not the ICPT’s EXCPT) is accepted by your state and for additional pharmacy tech certification steps. A certified pharmacy technician has the designation, CPhT. Those who become a certified pharmacy technician, CPhT, have to renew their certification every two years by completing continuing education requirements. These requirements are satisfied through several PTCB-approved entities, which is listed on their website.
Review the Pharmacy Tech Certification Steps
Step 1
Confirm that your state accepts the PTCB for certification. Remember! This differs from licensure. Each state differs on what is required to be a practicing pharmacy technician.
Step 2
Check that you meet additional requirements set forth by your state e.g. experience, high school diploma/GED, etc.
Step 3
Register for your exam on PTCB’s website . The initial application will verify your eligibility. Once you are verified, you will receive an e-mail to schedule your exam date.
Step 4
Start studying! Practice your math calculations. Learn your brand and generic names. Know your pharmacy laws. Practice answering questions. Also, you can purchase practice exams on PTCB’s website that mimic the real exam.
Step 5
Pass the exam and celebrate! Be sure to check out other opportunities to grow in your pharmacy technician career. There are many paths from which to choose.
