March 13, 2020

Updated October 11, 2023

The coronavirus (COVID-19) situation continues to evolve. During this challenging time, PTCB is here to support you.

For Pharmacy Technicians

For Those Who Plan to Test:

• PTCB exams are delivered in-person nationwide at Pearson VUE testing centers. PTCB Assessment-Based Certificate Exams are also administered through online proctored testing. Check local guidelines for COVID-19 requirements.

Learn About Testing During COVID-19

 

For Recertification Candidates:

• Visit our Continuing Education (CE) Directory, upgraded in October 2023 to create a comprehensive online hub of ACPE-accredited CEs for pharmacy technicians. By integrating with the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education’s (ACPE) Pharmacists’ Learning Assistance Network (P.L.A.N.^®), the directory allows pharmacy technicians to more simply find CE activities to help them meet the requirements for keeping their credentials current. 

Find CE

 

#CPhTStrong: Stories from Pharmacy Technicians Working During COVID-19 

#CPhTStrong shares the stories of pharmacy technicians who show heroic strength, courage, and hope as they face unprecedented demands in the battle against COVID-19. Read story submissions from pharmacy technicians across the nation.

Read #CPhTStrong Stories

 

Gain Temporary Licensure to Work in Another State

CPhTs can gain temporary licensure for employment in another state through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Passport program. NABP Passport submits and tracks technicians’ emergency requests for temporary state licensures or authorizations to work outside a home state. More than 15 states participate, and the number is growing.

Visit NABP.Pharmacy/Passport

 

For organizations

 

Special Reduced Fees

​During this difficult time, employer participants enrolled in Direct Billing can save between 15% and 40% on fees for the CPhT and the CSPT credential. Direct Billing is a simple way for organizations to pay for your pharmacy technicians to earn or renew PTCB credentials. If your organization has not yet enrolled, submit a Help Center request to enroll. No further action is required for those already enrolled, and the new pricing will be reflected on the Direct Biller’s next invoice.

Submit a Request

 

Educator Resources and Online Learning Tools 

• Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) response 

 

Need other help? If you have questions about how COVID-19 is affecting your credentialing activities, please visit our help center at ptcb.org/help for frequently asked questions or to submit a help request.