Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

03/09/2026

"My CPhT credential means the world to me! It instantly made me want to be the best I can be to carry that title. And in return, it has opened up many doors and helped create the career I have today!"

- Heather Clark, CPhT

Her dedication as a CPhT is on full display with the 2025 Patient Experience Award at Cedar Sinai. What doors has your credential opened for you?

03/06/2026

Make your accomplishments stick... literally! 🏆 The PTCB Credential Sticker Sheet showcases all 15 badges in bold vibrant designs on durable vinyl. Stick them on laptops, water bottles, and more for a fun way to show your pharmacy pride.

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03/04/2026

Every patient is unique, and meeting individual medication needs requires specialized expertise.

PTCB’s Nonsterile Compounding Certificate recognizes your knowledge and skill in preparing customized nonsterile dosage forms that support safe, effective patient care.

Advance your role and put your compounding expertise to work. https://ptcb.org/credentials/certificate/nonsterile-compounding/

03/02/2026

What could pharmacy technicians safely and effectively take on next?

The Pharmacy Technician Scope of Authority Report, developed by a national workgroup convened by the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA), outlines evidence-based, real-world recommendations for expanding technician responsibilities across the U.S.

These best practices, drawn from multiple states, prioritize patient safety while supporting a stronger and more sustainable pharmacy workforce.

👉 Learn what’s possible: https://naspa.us/resource/pharmacy-technician-scope-of-authority/

Overview Pharmacy technician scope of authority refers to the range of tasks that state laws allow technicians to perform under […]

02/25/2026

"‘My CPhT Credential is my bread & butter, I’m proud to wear it and show others my dedication to Pharmacy Services."💪
- Michael Mares, CPhT

How does your credential represent you in your workplace? Comment below!

Since our founding more than 25 years ago, we have continued to update and develop credentials that reflect current best practices in patient care. Our commitment to excellence has made PTCB’s programs the most widely accepted credentials for pharmacy technicians across the nation.

02/24/2026

🎉 PTCB is proud to congratulate Chase Dye, MBA, MHA, CPhT-Adv, FACHE on being named the first-ever recipient of the American Pharmacists Association Distinguished Pharmacy Technician Award.

Established in 2025 with support from PTCB, this award is the first of its kind to recognize pharmacy technicians’ achievements and contributions to the pharmacy community at a national level through APhA.

Learn more about this new award and Chase’s recognition:
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APhA is the leading advocate for the pharmacy profession and a driving force in creating opportunities for pharmacists to play a key role in integrated patient care, and ensuring the profession is recognized as essential in optimal medication use.

02/20/2026

🍼 When a pharmacy tech loves you, it shows! 💓
Grab our “A Pharmacy Technician Loves Me” baby crinkle paper and the matching bib. The perfect gift for co-workers, friends, or that expecting tech in your life. https://stores.kotisdesign.com/ptcb/products

02/18/2026

Step into expanded responsibilities with confidence.

The Point-of-Care Testing Certificate demonstrates your ability to safely and accurately support point-of-care testing, from patient screening and specimen collection to recording results for CLIA-waived tests.

Advance your skills. Strengthen your impact. Learn more at https://ptcb.org/credentials/certificate/point-of-care-testing/

02/17/2026

It’s Career and Technical Education Month! 🎉

PTCB is proud to to work with CTE programs and educators who help students build real-world skills and launch careers as Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhTs).

02/16/2026

Because every PTCE study session needs a soundtrack 🎶

02/13/2026

We’re kicking off 2026 on the road 🚗

PTCB will be attending 40+ meetings and events across the country this year.
Stop by to meet our team, ask questions, and connect.

See where we’re headed ⬇️
https://ptcb.org/exhibits-and-events/

02/12/2026

We’re excited to share that Zachary Green, CPhT, PTCB’s Director of Professional Affairs and Director of PTEC, has been elected to the National Consortium of Health Science Education (NCHSE) Executive Council, where he will serve as the Professional Associations Membership Category Representative.

NCHSE represents state education agency leaders responsible for middle school, secondary, and postsecondary career technical education (CTE) health science programs, and we’re proud to have him representing PTCB in this leadership role. Congratulations!