(ExCPT) Pharmacy Technician Certification > Requirements > Washington Requirements
Washington Pharmacy Technician Certification Requirements
Topic
Requirement
Instructions
Registation
Required
Requirements: [WAC 246-901-030]
1. Applicant must achieve a high school diploma or a GED.
2. Applicant must provide evidence of successfully completing a training program.
3. Applicant must submit proof of HIV/AIDS training.
4. Applicant must apply for certification ($50) from the board of pharmacy.
Renewal
Required
Applicant must submit a renewal application ($35) to the pharmacy board annually on or before his/her birthday.
Training
Required
Training can be completed one of two ways. [WAC 246-901-030] and [WAC 246-901-050]
1. Formal academic program
Or
2. On-the-Job Training
Training must be completed at a board-approved training program which includes 520 hours of combined lecture, discussion, and testing. Of the 520 hours, at least eight hours must be devoted to studying Washington Pharmacy Law.
Ratio
N/A
The technician-to-pharmacist ratio is 3:1. The pharmacy may petition the board to exceed the current ratio. [WAC 246-901-130]
Continuing Education
Required
As of July, 2011 the Board will begin the process of promulgating rules.
Can the ExCPT be Taken?
N/A
The Washington Board of Pharmacy will certify a pharmacy technician upon completion of a board-approved pharmacy technician traing program and proof of passing a board-approved national standardized pharmacy technician certification examination. The ExCPT is recognized by the Washington Board of Pharmacy. .
Other Information
N/A
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