Pharmacy Technician Abbreviations (PTCB List)
Quick answer: the pharmacy technician abbreviations you’ll see most In practice and on the PTCE, you’ll encounter a core set of SIG abbreviations for timing/frequency…
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PTCE Study Guide (2026): Pass the PTCB Exam
PTCE at a glance (and what changes in 2026) The Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) is a 90-question (80 scored, 10 unscored) computer-based exam you’ll…
Accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Programs (2025)
Quick answer: What counts as an accredited pharmacy technician training program? In the U.S., ASHP/ACPE-accredited pharmacy technician programs are the profession’s formal, program-level accreditation standard.…
Pharmacy Technician License vs Certification: Understand the Differences and Requirements
A pharmacy technician license, often referred to as “registration”, provides legal authority to practice as a pharmacy technician in the state in which it is…
Pharmacy Tech Scholar Launches New Collaboration with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
St. Augustine, FL – June 26, 2025 – Pharmacy Tech Scholar℠, an innovation-driven provider of interactive e-learning for pharmacy technicians, today announced a strategic collaboration…
Brand vs. Generic Medications: Everything You Need to Know
When you visit your local pharmacy, you may notice that the same medication can come in two forms: the well-advertised brand and the often less…
Medical Terminology for Pharmacy Technicians: A Comprehensive Guide to Building Confidence and Reducing Errors
Being a pharmacy technician requires a unique blend of precision, empathy, and in-depth knowledge of the healthcare environment. While this role has many facets—such as…
Online PTCB Exams
Online PTCB Exams: Unlocking Opportunities for Aspiring Pharmacy Technicians The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s (PTCB) decision to offer online proctored testing for the Certified Pharmacy…
Pharmacy Technician Leadership Development News
Pharmacy Technician Leadership Development News In a groundbreaking move, the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the Pharmacy Leadership and Education Institute (PLEI) have created…
Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Pharmacy Technicians and Healthcare Equity
Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Pharmacy Technicians and Healthcare Equity As we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, it’s essential for us in…