The national pharmacy technician certification exam, ExCPT, wins approval by the Delaware Board of
29-Apr-2010The Delaware Board of Pharmacy voted to approve the national certification exam, ExCPT, at their March 17, 2010 meeting.
The Delaware Code defines a certified pharmacy technician as a person who has passed an exam recognized by the Board. Although certification is completely voluntary, technicians are encouraged to gain this national recognition of their knowledge and skills.
The ExCPT has been approved by 26 Boards of Pharmacy and is an option in another 17 states. Testing is available in two locations in Delaware and an additional 8 locations within 60 miles. With over 550 test locations across the county, technicians can find a convenient location.
Candidates may register by calling LaserGrade at 1-800-211-2753. Exams can be taken within one or two days of registration and results are available immediately upon completion of the exam. The Exam fee is $105.
About ICPT
The Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT), now a part of NHA an ATI Company, publishes a pharmacy technician training manual and sponsors the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT). ICPT’s mission is to help ensure that pharmacy technicians who assist pharmacists in the preparation of prescriptions possess a minimum knowledge base or competency. The National Community Pharmacists Association and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores support the training program and recognize the ExCPT as a psychometrically sound pharmacy technician certification exam.
Address: Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT)
2536 S Old Hwy 94, Suite 224
St. Charles, MO 63303
Office hours: 9am-5pm CST.
Web site: www.nationaltechexam.org
Email: info@icptmail.org
Office Phone: (866) 391-9188
Fax: (866) 203-9213
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