Certification: Certified Pharmacy Technician Educator (CPTEd)

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Educators, instructors, and trainers of pharmacy technicians can be
recognized as experts in their field by earning the national Certified Pharmacy Technician Educator (CPTEd) Certification. CPTEds play a vital role in educating and mentoring students and pharmacy technicians. CPTEds equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for roles in a variety of pharmacy practice settings, to earn national certification (e.g., CPhT), and to make positive impacts on patient care.
More information about this certification

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 2 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
No
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

Advanced

The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher and has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years, or requires obtaining a ‘core’ level certification from the same organization.