Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for pharmacy technician licensing in Colorado. Plan on endorsement through Colorado Board of Pharmacy.
- Endorsement fee
- See board
- Processing time
- See board
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Colorado Board of Pharmacy
From the board
Current fee and timing details are still being re-verified state by state. Use the primary board link below before relying on a number.
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Complete Education Requirements
Complete a ASHP-accredited pharmacy technician program or equivalent training and any required clinical practicum or fieldwork.
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Step 2
Pass the PTCB
Successfully pass the required PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) or ExCPT exam.
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Step 3
Submit Application and Fees
Complete the state application, undergo a background check if required, and submit the necessary licensing fees.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- See board
- Processing time
- See board
- Renewal fee
- See board
- Renewal cycle
- See board
- Application
- See board
- Background check
- See board
- Jurisprudence exam
- See board
- Total estimated cost
- See board
Fee and renewal details are still being checked against the board for this specialty. Verify the current amount before you apply.
License Types
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT): The standard credential to practice as a pharmacy technician in Colorado.
Required Documents
- Official Transcripts: Sent directly from your educational institution.
- Exam Score Report: Official verification of passing the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) or ExCPT exam.
Board Contact
- Board
- Colorado Board of Pharmacy
- Department
- Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), Division of Professions and Occupations
- Phone
- (303) 894-7800
- See board website
- Board site
- https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dora/Pharmacy
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal details are still being checked against the board. Use the primary board link below before relying on a fee or cycle.
Colorado Pharmacy Technician Licensing FAQ
How much does a Colorado pharmacy technician license cost?
Verify the current fee and processing timeline on the primary board page linked below. Those details are still being re-checked state by state for this specialty.
Is national certification required?
Yes, passing the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) or ExCPT exam is a standard requirement for initial licensure across almost all states.
Does Colorado have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians?
No interstate compact currently covers pharmacy technician practice in Colorado. To work in Colorado, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my pharmacy technician license to Colorado?
Verify the current fee and processing timeline on the primary board page linked below. Those details are still being re-checked state by state for this specialty.
Can I start working in Colorado while my endorsement application is processing?
Verify the current fee and processing timeline on the primary board page linked below. Those details are still being re-checked state by state for this specialty.