Oklahoma Pharmacy Tech Requirements
Updated 11/27/22.
Here is the Oklahoma Pharmacy Technician Application
After becoming licensed in Oklahoma to practice as a Pharmacy Technician, you will likely be required by an employer to become nationally certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Most people find it effective to study for the PTCB Exam and become Nationally Certified before trying to find a job as it can provide them with a greater salary and ease in finding a position.
Oklahoma State Specific Requirements:
- Pharmacist must review and train you and administer an exam as a prerequisite before approving an Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy technician application.
- Complete OK application and pay $40 fee
- Complete High School Education or GED
Oklahoma Pharmacy Technician Average Salary: $16.71
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Requirements:
- 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