Eligibility Requirements
A candidate must hold an active PTCB CPhT Certification and fulfill one of the following eligibility pathways:
Pathway 1: Completion of a PTCB-Recognized Technician Product Verification Education/Training Program.
Pathway 2: Completion of a state board-approved validation program.*
*Applications submitted under Pathway 2 will be held for review to determine eligibility.
A Step Toward Your Advanced CPhT (CPhT-Adv)
Earning your Technician Product Verification Certificate takes you one step closer to becoming a PTCB Advanced Certified Pharmacy Technician™ (CPhT-Adv™). Active PTCB CPhTs who have completed at least four of the certificate programs, or three certificate programs and the Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) Certification, and 3 years of work experience will be eligible to earn a CPhT-Adv credential.
Educational Requirement
Candidates must complete a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or a state board-approved program for the TPV Certificate before applying. PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Programs meet the curriculum requirements as documented by PTCB. Contact your employer and/or state board of pharmacy to inquire about state board-approved validation programs.
View a list of PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Programs for the Technician Product Verification Certificate.
Exam Fee
The cost to apply for the Technician Product Verification Certificate is $89.
How to Apply and Schedule
- Apply by logging into your PTCB Account.
- Once your application is approved, you will receive an email with your authorization to schedule your exam.
The TPV Certificate Exam is administered through online proctored testing and in-person at more than 1,400 Pearson Professional Centers nationwide, including more than 100 military on-base sites.
Prepare for Your Exam
The PTCB Technician Product Verification Exam is a unique assessment that simulates product verification in both community and health-system settings. Prepare for the exam by reviewing information found below.