Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is the foundation of a rewarding career as a pharmacy technician. The certification is an important first step toward a rewarding career in healthcare. As a CPhT, you can work effectively to support your pharmacy team and provide superior patient care.
Prerequisite for the exam
- Completion of a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or equivalent work experience
- Full disclosure of all criminal and State Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure actions
- Compliance with all applicable PTCB Certification policies
- Passing score on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam
Exam Structure
- Domain 1: Medications (40%)
- Domain 2: Federal Requirements (12.5%)
- Domain 3: Patient Safety and Quality Assurance (26.25%)
- Domain 4: Order Entry and Processing (21.25%)
Exam Format and Information
Exam Name Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) | Exam Code 0 |
| Exam Duration 2 Hours | Exam Format Multiple Choice |
| Exam type 0 | Number of Questions 90 Questions |
| Eligibility/Prerequisite 0 | Exam Status Live |
Exam Language English | Pass Score 0 |
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) FAQs
Do TestprepTraining provide practice set questions for Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)?
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What is the educational requirement for the CPhT exam?
A candidate must complete one of the following two pathways:
Pathway 1: A PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program (or completion within 60 days). Candidates choose from more than 1,400 recognized programs.
Pathway 2: Equivalent work experience as a pharmacy technician (min. 500 hours). This alternative secondary path serves experienced technicians who were not in a position to attend a PTCB-recognized program. PTCB accepts work experience across pharmacy practice settings that pertains to certain knowledge requirements.
What is Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Exam?
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is the foundation of a rewarding career as a pharmacy technician. The certification is an important first step toward a rewarding career in healthcare. As a CPhT, you can work effectively to support your pharmacy team and provide superior patient care.
Is there any assistance from Testprep Training in terms of exam preparation?
Yes, Testprep Training offers email support for any certification related query while you are preparing for the exam using our practice exams. Your query will be handled by experts in due course.
How the exam scores are calculated?
After the completion of your exam, the points you earned on each question are totaled and then compared with the cut score to determine whether the result is pass or fail.
When and how will I receive my results?
Official exam results will be posted to your PTCB Account within two to three weeks.
Does Testprep Training offer Money Back Guarantee for the Exam Simulator?
Yes, we offer a 100% unconditional money back guarantee. In case you are not able to clear the exam for then you can request for the full refund. Please note that we only refund the cost of product purchased from Testprep Training and not the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Exam cost.
Can we try the free test before purchasing the practice exam?
Yes testprep training offers free practice tests for Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Exam which can be used before the final purchase for complete test.
For how long is the license valid after purchase?
Once purchased, the practice exams can be access for the lifetime.
Do you provide any preparation guidance for this certification exam?
Yes our experts frequently blog about the tips and tricks for exam preparation.
Do you offer any discount on the bulk purchase?
Yes we offer nearly 50% discount for the order more than 10 products at a time. You can reach the testprep training Helpdesk for more details. The member of support staff will respond as soon as possible.
Does CPhT require maintenance or re-certification?
CPhT certifications are required to renew every 2 years to maintain certification. A renewal application window opens 60 days before your certification expiration date.
What is the time duration for Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam?
You will get 2 hours to do 90 questions in this exam.
How do I receive my certificate?
Certificates are available online. You can download it for free or order a printed copy for a small fee.
What is the prerequisite for the exam?
• Completion of a PTCB-Recognized Education/Training Program or equivalent work experience
• Full disclosure of all criminal and State Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure actions
• Compliance with all applicable PTCB Certification policies
• Passing score on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam
Does PTCB provide testing accommodations for the exam?
Yes. Candidates who require testing accommodations must request them during the application process.
What if I fail my exam?
You can retake it 60 days after your first attempt.
What are the steps required to schedule the exam?
1. Log into your existing PTCB Account.
2. Apply for CSPT Certification through the link in your PTCB Account.
3. Once your application for CSPT candidacy is approved, you will receive an email granting you a one-year Candidacy Eligibility Window and an authorization to schedule.
How many questions will be there in Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam?
There will be 90 questions which have to be completed in 2 hours in this exam.
What is the format of the exam?
The exam consists of multiple choice questions.
What is the course structure for the Exam?
Domain 1: Medications (40%)
Domain 2: Federal Requirements (12.5%)
Domain 3: Patient Safety and Quality Assurance (26.25%)
Domain 4: Order Entry and Processing (21.25%)
What are the languages available for the exam?
The CPhT exam is available in English language only.
Is there any application fee for the CPhT exam?
No. There is no fee for the CPhT exam.