Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for pharmacy technician licensing in Oregon. Plan on endorsement through Oregon Board of Pharmacy.
- Endorsement fee
- $115
- Processing time
- Approximately 4 to 6 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Oregon Board of Pharmacy
From the board
Board-checked 2026-03-18. Any field still marked "See board" has not been confirmed yet.
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
- $115
- Processing time
- Approximately 4 to 6 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $104
- Renewal cycle
- Expires June 30 of even-numbered years
- Application
- $115
- Background check
- $12.50 Fieldprint appointment fee
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $127.50
Any fee field still marked "See board" has not been confirmed from the board yet.
License Types
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT): The standard credential to practice as a pharmacy technician in Oregon.
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
- Oregon Board of Pharmacy
- Department
- Oregon Health Licensing Office (HLO)
- Phone
- (971) 673-0001
- See board website
- Board site
- https://www.oregon.gov/pharmacy/pages/pharmacy-technician.aspx
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $104. Renewal cycle: Expires June 30 of even-numbered years.
Oregon Pharmacy Technician Licensing FAQ
How much does a Oregon pharmacy technician license cost?
Oregon’s pharmacy technician application totals $115: a $70 application fee plus a $45 national fingerprint background check fee. The board’s renewal FAQ lists a $104 renewal total before late fees.
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 Oregon have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians?
No interstate compact currently covers pharmacy technician practice in Oregon. To work in Oregon, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my pharmacy technician license to Oregon?
The Oregon Board of Pharmacy says pharmacy technician applications usually take about 4 to 6 weeks to process once all materials are in.
Can I start working in Oregon while my endorsement application is processing?
The Oregon Board of Pharmacy says pharmacy technician applications usually take about 4 to 6 weeks to process once all materials are in.