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Kansas Pharmacy Technician License

Kansas Board of Pharmacy

Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Form LA-14 — Pharmacy Technician Registration Application.
  • Form S-100 — KBI/FBI Criminal Background Check form.
  • FD-258 Fingerprint Card — Official fingerprint card provided by the Board or law enforcement.
  • Government-Issued Photo ID — A clear copy of a valid driver's license or passport.
  • Form S-150 (if applicable) — Personal History Reporting Form required if you answer 'Yes' to any disciplinary or criminal history questions.

How to Apply

  1. Order Fingerprint Card ▾
    Request an official FD-258 fingerprint card from the Kansas Board of Pharmacy using the online order form. Cards are typically mailed the next business day.
  2. Complete Application Form LA-14 ▾
    Download and complete the Pharmacy Technician Registration Application (Form LA-14). The form must be typed and signed.
  3. Complete Background Check Form S-100 ▾
    Fill out the KBI/FBI Criminal Background Check form (Form S-100). This is required for all new applicants.
  4. Get Fingerprinted ▾
    Take your FD-258 card and a government-issued photo ID to a local law enforcement agency or authorized fingerprinting site to have your prints taken.
  5. Submit Application Packet ▾
    Mail the completed Form LA-14, Form S-100, the fingerprint card, a copy of your photo ID, and the $77 application fee (check or money order payable to the Kansas State Board of Pharmacy) to the Board office.
  6. Obtain National Certification ▾
    While not required for initial registration, you must pass a national certification exam (PTCB or ExCPT) before your first renewal or within the timeframe specified by the Board.
    PTCB Website
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Pharmacy Technicians licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.

Steps

  1. Verify Current License ▾
    Ensure your current pharmacy technician license in another state is in good standing.
  2. Submit Standard Application ▾
    Kansas does not have a separate reciprocity application for technicians; out-of-state applicants must complete the standard Form LA-14 process.
  3. Provide Proof of Certification ▾
    If you are already nationally certified (PTCB or ExCPT), include a copy of your certificate with your application to satisfy the certification requirement.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Kansas Board of Pharmacy

Keeping Your License Active

Kansas Pharmacy Technician licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Kansas Board of Pharmacy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Incomplete Application Packet ▾
Missing forms (like S-100) or failing to include the $77 fee will result in the application being returned without processing.
Illegible Fingerprints ▾
If the KBI or FBI cannot read the fingerprints, you will be required to submit a new card, adding weeks to the timeline.
Failure to Disclose History ▾
Not disclosing criminal or disciplinary history that appears on the background check can lead to significant delays or denial of registration.

Questions

Is national certification required to start working? ▾
No, you can register and start working without national certification, but you must pass the PTCB or ExCPT exam before your first biennial renewal.
How much does it cost to register as a pharmacy technician in Kansas? ▾
The initial application fee is $77, which includes the background check fee. This must be paid via check or money order.
Can I apply for my initial registration online? ▾
No, initial pharmacy technician applications in Kansas must be printed, completed, and mailed to the Board office.
How long does the registration process take? ▾
The Board typically requests that you allow at least 3 weeks for processing once a complete application packet is received.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements? ▾
Technicians must complete 20 hours of ACPE or Board-approved CE during each two-year renewal period.

Board Info

Kansas Board of Pharmacy
Phone(785) 296-4056
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25