PTCB Prep

Where to apply:

• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (https://www.ptcb.org/)

 After passing, register for a Pharmacy Technician License  under the State Board of Pharmacy:

• Texas State Board of Pharmacy (https://www.pharmacy.texas.gov/applicants/apply-individual.asp )

Check if you're eligible to apply to take the PTCB Exam:

To be eligible to apply for PTCB CPhT Certification, an applicant must complete one of the following requirements: 

Pathway 1: A PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program (or completion within 60 days of application submission).*

Pathway 2: Equivalent work experience as a pharmacy technician (min. 500 hours).** This alternative path will serve experienced pharmacy technicians who were not in a position to attend a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program. Learn more.

*A Pharmacy degree is acceptable in lieu of a recognized pharmacy technician training/education program. Learn more.

**500 hours must be complete at the time of application

PTCB Exam Outline and Contents:

Helpful websites to study from:

• Pocket Prep

• Quizlet (https://quizlet.com/283859708/top-200-drugs-for-ptcb-flash-cards/) 

• Textbooks (https://www.ptcb.org/guidebook/ptce-references-list) 

Formulas and Calculations:

• PTCB Math Notes