About
PTCB’s Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) program in Washington, DC prepares pharmacy technicians to support pharmacists with medication dispensing and patient care across community pharmacies, hospitals, and other facilities. It leads to PTCB CPhT certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam® (PTCE®), a computer-based examination administered at Pearson test centers. The pathway includes PTCB preparation resources and an in-person exam rather than a stated classroom format or program duration. Eligibility requires residence in the United States or its territories, completion of a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or equivalent pharmacy technician work experience, disclosure of criminal and State Board of Pharmacy actions, and compliance with PTCB Certification policies.
Organization
PTCB Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is a credentialing organization in Washington, DC, focused on pharmacy technician certification and professional credentials. Its pharmacy technician field includes the Pharmacy Technician program, with the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential as a central offering. PTCB administers the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam, a computer-based examination delivered at testing facilities across the country. The organization also provides advanced certifications, specialized certificates, continuing education resources, renewal requirements, and information about state regulations. Its credentials address current practices in patient care and support opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. PTCB reports a history of developing and updating credentials for pharmacy technicians and maintains resources for technicians, employers, and education or training programs.