Pharmacy Technology Registration and Certification Requirements

Holds a high school diploma or equivalent or is currently enrolled in a program that awards a high school diploma
Is employed by a pharmacy holding a valid in-state pharmacy permit
Completes a training program approved by the supervising pharmacist-manager that includes pharmacy terminology, pharmacy calculations, dispensing systems and labeling requirements, pharmacy laws and regulations, record keeping and documentation and the proper handling and storage of medications or holds a current pharmacy technician certification issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
Pays a $30 annual registration fee

High school diploma or equivalent educational diploma (e.g., a GED or foreign diploma)
Completion of a PTCB-recognized education or training program or equivalent work experience
Full disclosure of all criminal and State Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure actions
Compliance with all applicable PTCB certification policies
Passing score on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)
Pays $129 for examination and $40 every two years to renew (20 hours of continuing education also is required for renewal)

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