CPhT

Updated CPhT Requirements and PTCE Content (2020)

• How is the PTCE® changing in 2020?
• I applied for CPhT certification in 2019. Do I need to take the PTCE® before the end of 2019?
• I want to take a practice exam for the version of the PTCE® being introduced in 2020. How can I do so?
• I’m applying for CPhT certification and need to retake the PTCE®. Do I need to meet the eligibility requirements in place starting on January 1, 2020?
• Can I complete a PTCB Recognized Education/Training Program located in a state different from where I reside?   
• Can I request that the program I completed be added as a recognized program?

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Becoming Certified as a CPhT

• How do I become certified as a CPhT?

Preparing for the PTCE

• As a pharmacy technician, I am unable to complete an education/training program for a particular reason. What are my options if I plan to apply for certification in 2020?
• I'm looking for study materials for the PTCE.
• Do I need to complete a training program before taking the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)?

Applying for CPhT Certification

• I completed a pharmacy degree. Can it be used in place of completing a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program?
• What is the cost of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)?
• I have not yet graduated from school. May I take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)?
• I have a criminal record. Am I eligible to become certified?
• Why is my application still pending?
• Can I withdraw my application?

Scheduling and Taking the PTCE

• Where can I take the PTCE?
• What are this year's Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) dates?
• Can I retake the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)?
• What are my options if I cannot keep my exam appointment?
• I experienced an emergency on the date of my exam. What can I do?
• Why can't I schedule my PTCE exam appointment with Pearson VUE?

Exam Results

• My preliminary score report said I passed. Am I certified?
• I didn't receive a preliminary score report at the test center. What are my options?
• I want to challenge the accuracy of my official PTCE® results.
• How many questions do I need to answer correctly in order to pass the PTCE?

Renewing your CPhT Certification

• ★ What do I need to know about continuing education (CE)?
• ★ How do I know if a CE activity is pharmacy technician-specific?
• ★ How do I know if a CE activity covers pharmacy law?
• ★ How do I know if a CE activity covers patient safety?
• How do I recertify my CPhT Certification?
• How can I verify I’ve met all CE requirements?

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