Last Updated 11/27/22
Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician Requirements
Rhode Island accepts PTCB Certification as a pathway to licensure. You may become a TECH 2 in RI after passing our course and then passing the PTCB Exam.
Rhode Island State Specific Requirements:
- You must have a high school diploma or GED
- You must not be charged or convicted of a felony under any state or federal law and be of good moral character
- Complete an application with an application fee of $25, and mail to: Room 205, 3 Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908-5097
Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician Average Salary: $18.47
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