Louisiana Pharmacists Association
proudly supports the
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. 

PTCB Update

PTCB will launch continuous testing on April 1, 2009.  Applications will be accepted and test appointments will be offered year-round at over 200 Pearson VUE test centers throughout the United States.  Testing typically is offered Monday through Friday with some locations offering weekend testing times.  Once authorized, a candidate may view available appointments and preferred test centers online or schedule by calling 866-902-0593. In addition, as of 2009, at the completion of the PTCB Examination, candidates are notified of their pass/fail status and provided the date they can expect to receive their official score and certificate. 

Important Dates 

• Recertification Deadlines:
  • March 31, 2010
  • July 31, 2010
  • November 30, 2010
• National Pharmacy Technician Day: October 27, 2010