{"application_form_url":null,"application_portal_url":"https://lars.tn.gov","board_contact_url":null,"board_email":"See board website","board_fax":"N/A (contact by phone)","board_mailing_address":"See board website","board_name":"Tennessee Board of Pharmacy","board_parent_org":"Tennessee Department of Health","board_phone":"(615) 253-1299","board_physical_address":"See board website","board_source_url":null,"board_url":null,"canonical_url":"https://statelicensingreference.com/tennessee-pharm","ce_requirements_url":null,"common_delays":[{"description":"Using the wrong OCA code for fingerprinting will prevent the Board from receiving your results. Ensure you use OCA 9906.","title":"Incorrect OCA Code"},{"description":"If the name on your application does not exactly match the name on your ID or fingerprint registration, processing will be delayed.","title":"Name Mismatch"},{"description":"Failure to have the Declaration of Citizenship notarized before uploading will result in a rejected document.","title":"Missing Notarization"}],"compact_member":false,"compact_name":"N/A","compact_privilege_fee":"N/A","created_at":"2026-04-09T17:05:34.583742+00:00","credential_type":"Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)","description":"Apply for a Tennessee Pharmacy Technician credential. Learn about the requirements, PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) or ExCPT exam, and state fees.","endorsement_application_url":"https://lars.tn.gov","endorsement_fees":{"app_fee":"$100","background_check_fee":"$0 (included in application)","jurisprudence_exam_fee":"$0","total_estimated_cost":"$100"},"endorsement_steps":[{"description":"Tennessee does not have a separate reciprocity application for technicians; out-of-state applicants must follow the standard registration process.","title":"Verify Out-of-State License","url":"https://lars.tn.gov","url_label":"Apply via LARS"},{"description":"Complete the online registration application as a new technician in the LARS portal.","title":"Submit Standard Application","url":"https://lars.tn.gov","url_label":"Start Application"},{"description":"All applicants, regardless of prior state licensure, must complete the Tennessee-specific fingerprint background check via IdentoGO.","title":"Complete Background Check","url":"https://www.identogo.com","url_label":"Schedule Fingerprints"}],"exam_registration_url":null,"faqs":[{"answer":"No, national certification is not required for registration, but 'Certified Pharmacy Technicians' have an expanded scope of practice and do not count against the pharmacist-to-technician ratio.","question":"Is national certification (CPhT) required in Tennessee?"},{"answer":"The initial registration fee is $65, which includes a $55 application fee and a $10 regulatory fee.","question":"How much does it cost to register as a pharmacy technician?"},{"answer":"Processing typically takes approximately 6 to 8 weeks once all documents and background check results are received.","question":"How long does the application process take?"},{"answer":"The Tennessee Board of Pharmacy does not require CE for state registration renewal. However, if you are nationally certified (PTCB/NHA), you must meet their specific CE requirements to maintain certification.","question":"Is continuing education (CE) required for renewal?"}],"fee_payment_url":"https://lars.tn.gov","fingerprint_delay_weeks":"2-4","fingerprint_fee":"$35-$50 (varies by state)","fingerprint_method_in_state":"LiveScan (IdentoGO)","fingerprint_method_out_of_state":"IdentoGO Out-of-State Live Scan (adds ~$39.95 fee) OR FD-258 hard card via mail (tip: moisturize hands for days prior to reduce smudge rejects)","fingerprint_required":true,"fingerprint_url":"https://www.identogo.com","fingerprint_vendor":"IdentoGO (IDEMIA)","fingerprint_vendor_url":"https://uenroll.identogo.com/","initial_fee_amount":100.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":"$100 application/license fee","last_updated":"2026-02-25","last_verified":"2026-02-25","license_duration":"2 Years","licensing_pathway":"endorsement","payload_url":"https://statelicensingreference.com/api/tennessee-pharm.json","processing_time":"4 to 6 Weeks","profession":"Pharmacy Technician","provisional_info":"Many states offer a limited permit or provisional license for new graduates waiting to take the PTCB. Check specific board rules for supervisory requirements.","reciprocity_info":"Pharmacy Technicians licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.","renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":50.0,"renewal_portal_url":"https://lars.tn.gov","required_documents":[{"description":"A notarized form verifying your eligibility to work in the United States.","name":"Declaration of Citizenship","url":"https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/healthprofboards/PH-4183.pdf","url_label":"Download Form"},{"description":"A signed statement from the applicant and the employer (PIC) confirming knowledge of pharmacy laws.","name":"Pharmacy Technician Affidavit","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A copy of a valid government-issued photo ID (Driver's License, Passport, etc.).","name":"Proof of Identity","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A recent 2x2 color photograph of the applicant.","name":"Passport-Style Photo","url":null,"url_label":null}],"slug":"tennessee-pharm","state_name":"Tennessee","state_slug":"tennessee","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Register for a new account on the Tennessee Licensure and Regulatory System (LARS) portal to begin the application process.","title":"Create a LARS Account","url":"https://lars.tn.gov","url_label":"Register on LARS"},{"description":"Log in to LARS, select 'Board of Pharmacy' and choose the 'Pharmacy Technician Application for Registration'. Fill out all personal and employment details.","title":"Complete Online Application","url":"https://lars.tn.gov","url_label":"Start Application"},{"description":"Register with IdentoGO for a criminal background check. Use the Board's specific OCA code: 9906.","title":"Schedule Fingerprinting","url":"https://www.identogo.com","url_label":"Schedule Fingerprints"},{"description":"Complete and upload the mandatory Declaration of Citizenship form along with a copy of your government-issued ID (e.g., driver's license or passport).","title":"Submit Declaration of Citizenship","url":"https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/healthprofboards/PH-4183.pdf","url_label":"Download Citizenship Form"},{"description":"Download the Pharmacy Technician Affidavit. This must be signed by both you and your Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) to verify you have read the state laws and rules.","title":"Execute Employer Affidavit","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Pay the non-refundable registration fee of $65 ($55 application fee + $10 state regulatory fee) through the LARS portal.","title":"Pay Registration Fees","url":"https://lars.tn.gov","url_label":"Pay Fees"}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":"See board","temp_license_fee":"See board","temp_license_processing_time":"See board","updated_at":"2026-05-24T09:26:42.836181+00:00","verify_license_url":null}