Illinois

The easiest way to be licensed in Illinois…

• Prepare for and pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)
• Complete a Pharmacy Technician application with the Illinois Board of Pharmacy ($40)
• Obtain employment as a Pharmacy Technician
• Your employer will put you through a state-mandated 60 day training program
• After completion of your employer’s program, complete a Certified Pharmacy Technician application ($40)

Illinois Pharmacy Technician Average Salary: $12.48/hr

Illinois State Specific Requirements:

• You must be at least 16 years old
• You must have a high school diploma or GED
• Illinois does not require any additional education during 2 year re-certification cycle, however, they do require a $25 renewal fee be paid before the expiration date of the license

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Requirements:

• You must be at least 18 years old
• You must have a high school diploma or GED
• You must have not been convicted of any felonies or drug related misdemeanors
• Study for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE)
• Complete the application process at PTCB.org and include, as part of the application process, pay the exam fee of $129

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Continuing Education Requirements:

• Obtain 20 hours of Continuing Education (CE) during 2 year re-certification cycle
• 1 hour must be in Pharmacy Law, 1 hour must be in Patient Safety
• All Continuing Education must be Tech-Specific
• The PTCB Re-certification Fee is $40 and is payable to the PTCB every 2 years