What happens once a person passes the PTCE?
If a candidate sits for and passes the PTCE, they may then use the designation of CPhT or Certified Pharmacy Technician. To continue to hold certification, a CPhT is required to obtain twenty hours of continuing education (this is sometimes referred to as CE) over the following two years and every two years thereafter. Our Recertification Page provides more information about this.
If a candidate sits for and passes the PTCE, they may then use the designation of “CPhT” or Certified Pharmacy Technician. To maintain certification, a CPhT is required to obtain 20 hours of Continuing Education (CE) over the following two years and every two years thereafter. View the recertification page for additional information.
