How is examination scored?
A panel of content experts establishes a passing score for the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination using appropriate standard setting procedures, under the guidance of PES. The passing score for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination is criterion referenced rather than normative; that is, it is based on a standard of performance that experts in the profession have determined to be acceptable for certification. It is not based on a “curve” as are some academic tests. Candidates must obtain a scaled score of at least 650 to pass the PTCE.
