State License and Certificate Requirements

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Pharmacy Technician

North Carolina
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
No experience
Requirement Details

A pharmacy technician is a person who may, under the supervision of a pharmacist, perform technical functions to assist the pharmacist in preparing and dispensing prescription medications. A pharmacy technician must register with the Board of Pharmacy annually.

Phone Number
(919)-246-1050
Address
6015 Farrington Rd
#201
Chapel Hill
North Carolina
27517

Pharmacy Technicians

North Dakota
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Application Fee: N/A; Initial/Renewal Fee: $35 (registration fee; no license issued); Due Date: March 1st. License information is meant as a guide. Please check with licensing authority for the latest or additional requirements.

Phone Number
(701)-328-9535
Address
1906 East Broadway Ave
Bismarck
North Dakota
58501

Pharmacy Technician

Oklahoma
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: A pharmacy technician performs any combination of the following nonjudgmental duties to assist a pharmacist in a hospital or retail establishment: (1) fill bottles with prescribed tablets and capsules, and type labels for bottles, (2) assists the pharmacist to dispense medication, (3) receives and stores incoming supplies, (4) counts stock and enters data in the computer to maintain inventory records, (5) process records of medication and equipment dispensed to hospital patients, computes charges, and enters data in computer, (6) prepackages (e.g. unit doses) and properly labels medication, (7) reconstitutes medication (e.g. liquid antibiotics), (8) limited bulk compounding, and (9) limited functions in preparation of parental products while using sterile technique.

Phone Number
(405)-521-3815
Address
2920 N. Lincoln Blvd.
Suite A
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105

Pharmacy Technician

Oregon
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

A "Pharmacy technician" is a person licensed by the State Board of Pharmacy who assists the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy pursuant to rules of the board. Technicians shall complete initial training as outline by the pharmacist-in-charge which includes on-the-job and related education corresponding to the tasks they are to perform.

Per Oregon Administrative Rule 855-025-0012, all pharmacy technicians must become nationally certified. This means a Pharmacy Technician must become licensed as a Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician prior to the expiration of the license to continue working as a technician.

Address
800 NE Oregon St Ste 150
Portland
Oregon
97232

Pharmacy Technician, Certified Oregon

Oregon
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

A "Certified Oregon Pharmacy technician" is a person licensed by the State Board of Pharmacy who assists the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy pursuant to rules of the board.

Address
800 NE Oregon St Ste 150
Portland
Oregon
97232

Pharmacy Technician I & II

Rhode Island
RI Board of Pharmacy
No exam
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Supports pharmacist by providing nonjudgmental technical services concerned with the preparation of drugs under the direct supervision and responsibility of a pharmacist.

Phone Number
(401)-222-2837
Address
3 Capitol Hill
Room 103
Providence
Rhode Island
02908

Pharmacist Assistant

South Carolina
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Contact licensing agency for more information.

Phone Number
(803)-896-4700
Address
110 Centerview Drive Kingstree Bldg. Suite 201
PO Box 11329
Columbia
South Carolina
29211

Pharmacy Technician

South Carolina
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Contact licensing agency for more information.

Phone Number
(803)-896-4700
Address
110 Centerview Drive Kingstree Bldg. Suite 201
PO Box 11329
Columbia
South Carolina
29211

Pharmacy Technician

South Dakota
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

A person registered by the board who is employed by a pharmacy to assist licensed pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy by performing specific tasks delegated by and under the immediate personal supervision and control of a licensed pharmacist.

Phone Number
(605)-362-2737
Address
3701 W. 49th St., Suite 204
Sioux Falls
South Dakota
57106

Pharmacy Technician

Tennessee
Division of Regulatory Boards
No exam
Requirement Details

PHARMACY TECHNICAN
A pharmacy technician assists a pharmacist with the preparation of prescription medications for customers. He or she may receive written prescription requests from or may process requests doctors' offices that have been sent electronically or phoned in. A pharmacy technician generally performs the following duties. Pharmacy technicians may: Fill bottles with doctor-prescribed medications, type and apply labels with directions and other information for patients, and pre-pack bulk medications. Handle any required cash register operations. Resolve issues, concerns or complaints made by customers .Call doctors for prescription refill authorizations. Type up prescription information details to produce labels for packages. Keep detailed records of on-hand medications and other stock. Resolve any issues with patients' insurance coverage.
REQUIREMENTS
Initial application must be submitted online: declaration of citizenship form signed and notarized, a copy of their valid government issued identification, criminal background and license fee.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Pharmacy technicians typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Many pharmacy technicians receive only on-the-job training, although many employers prefer to hire applicants who have attended a formal training program.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:

CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

RENEWAL:
2 years

PROFESSIONAL

Phone Number
(615)-741-2718
Address
665 Mainstream Drive 2nd floor
Nashville
Tennessee
37243

Pharmacy Technicians

Texas
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
No experience
Address
Texas

PHARMACY TECHNICIANS

Utah
Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

A pharmacist, and pharmacy intern compounds and dispenses medications, following prescriptions issued by physician, dentist, or other authorized medical practitioner.

Phone Number
(801)-530-6628
Address
160 East 300 South
PO Box 146741
Salt Lake City
Utah
84114

Pharmacy Technician

Vermont
Office of Professional Regulation
No exam
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
No experience
Address
89 Main Street, 3rd floor
Montpelier
Vermont
05620

Pharmacy Technicians

Virginia
State exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
No experience
Address
Virginia

Pharmacist Assistant

Washington
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Current employment
Requirement Details

Individuals must be employed in a pharmacy, in a position with access to drugs and patient specific information. Individuals must list states where credentials were granted and were applied for, provide information on physical and mental health, lack of impairment due to chemical dependency, any felony convictions or loss or limitations of privileges, any disciplinary actions and a professional liability claims history. Individuals must submit application and pay required fee.

Phone Number
(360)-236-4700
Address
101 Israel Rd SE
Tumwater
Washington
98501

Pharmacy Technician

Washington
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

Phone Number
(360)-236-4700
Address
101 Israel Rd SE
Tumwater
Washington
98501

Pharmacy Technicians

West Virginia
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
Specific course required
Experience
Address
West Virginia

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Wyoming
Attn: Mary K. Walker, Executive Director
Third-party exam required
Continuing education required
Certification required
Degree required
No experience
Requirement Details

PHARMACY TECHNICIANS SOC Code 29-2052 Entry Salary $15.09/hr Average Salary $19.62/hr Job Description Pharmacy Technicians assist Pharmacists in preparing and dispensing drugs and medicines prescribed by doctors. Requirements 1.Must be at least 18 years of age. 2.Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. 3.Must be certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) through the Pearson Vue testing service. Restrictions Conviction of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Alcohol or drug addiction. Fraudulent statements on license application. School Located in Wyoming Casper College - Casper - Pharmacy Technology, School of Health Sciences http://www.caspercollege.edu/pharmacy_technology/index.html License Pharmacy Technicians must be licensed by the Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy. Examination The examination is offered year round at any Person Vue testing site. For more information go to http://www.pearsonvue.com/ or call (888) 902-0593. Fees Application & PTCB Exam. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . $129.00 WY Licensure Fee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50.00 + $50 Criminal Background Check Annual Renewal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50.00 Licensing Agency Mary K. Walker, Executive Director Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy 1712 Carey Ave., Ste. 200 Cheyenne, WY 82002 Phone: (307) 634-9636 Fax: (307) 634-6335 http://pharmacyboard.state.wy.us Additional Sources of Information Pharmacy Technician Certification Board 2215 Constitution Avenue NW, Ste 101 Washington, DC 20037 Phone: (800) 363-8012 http://www.ptcb.org/ Occupational Outlook Handbook: Pharmacy Technicians http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm Last updated May 2017

Phone Number
(307)-634-9636
Address
1712 CAREY AVENUE
STE 200
CHEYENNE
Wyoming
82002

Dental Assistant - Radiography, Coronal Polishing (Certification)

Arizona
State exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
Degree required
Affidavit or referral
Requirement Details

Major Requirements for Dental Assistant Radiography Certification :

By Credential --

1) Current certificate or other form of approval for taking dental radiographs, issued by a professional licensing agency in another jurisdiction of the United States that required successful completion of written and clinical dental radiography examinations or a single dental radiography examination with written and clinical components. States currently recognized by Arizona: California, Montana, New Mexico (If you took the NM Exam), Oregon and South Dakota. For states not listed, call the Licensure Manager for the Arizona Dental Board.
2) Letter of endorsement that verifies compliance with R4-11-204.

Continuing Education: None required

Renewal: None required

Fees -- None

Major Requirements for Coronal Polishing Certificate:

1. Passed the Arizona Coronal Polishing (AZCP) Exam (written or computerized); Examination is administered by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) - Web site: http://www.danb.org/;
2. Submitted a completed Arizona Coronal Polishing Clinical Skills Affidavit

Continuing Education: None required

Renewal: None required

Fees -- Unknown

Phone Number
(602)-242-1492
Address
5060 N 19th Avenue, Suite 406
Phoenix
Arizona
85015

Dental Assistant - Radiography, Coronal Polishing (Certification)

Arizona
State exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
Degree required
Affidavit or referral
Requirement Details

Major Requirements for Dental Assistant Radiography Certification :

By Credential --

1) Current certificate or other form of approval for taking dental radiographs, issued by a professional licensing agency in another jurisdiction of the United States that required successful completion of written and clinical dental radiography examinations or a single dental radiography examination with written and clinical components. States currently recognized by Arizona: California, Montana, New Mexico (If you took the NM Exam), Oregon and South Dakota. For states not listed, call the Licensure Manager for the Arizona Dental Board.
2) Letter of endorsement that verifies compliance with R4-11-204.

Continuing Education: None required

Renewal: None required

Fees -- None

Major Requirements for Coronal Polishing Certificate:

1. Passed the Arizona Coronal Polishing (AZCP) Exam (written or computerized); Examination is administered by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) - Web site: http://www.danb.org/;
2. Submitted a completed Arizona Coronal Polishing Clinical Skills Affidavit

Continuing Education: None required

Renewal: None required

Fees -- Unknown

Phone Number
(602)-242-1492
Address
5060 N 19th Avenue, Suite 406
Phoenix
Arizona
85015