Vermont Pharmacy Technician License
Vermont 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
- National Certification Proof — Copy of your current PTCB or ExCPT certification card or certificate. PTCB Website
- Verification of Training Form — Required if you are not nationally certified; must be completed by your training program provider.
- Fingerprint Authorization Certificate — The OPR-issued form required to obtain fingerprints at an authorized center. Fingerprint Info
- Official License Verification — Required from every state where you have held a pharmacy-related license.
How to Apply
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Verify Eligibility ▾Ensure you are at least 16 years of age and have either obtained national certification (PTCB or ExCPT) or are enrolled in a Board-approved training program.
View Requirements -
Create Online Account ▾Register for an account on the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) Online Services System.
Create Account -
Submit Application ▾Complete the online Pharmacy Technician application and pay the non-refundable $70 application fee.
Start Application -
Complete Background Check ▾After submitting your application, OPR will email you a Fingerprint Authorization Certificate (FAC). Schedule an appointment at a Vermont Identification Center to have your fingerprints taken.
Background Check Info -
Upload Required Documents ▾Upload proof of national certification or your completed training program verification form to the online portal.
Upload Documents -
Request License Verifications ▾If you have ever held a license in another state, request official verification be sent directly to the Vermont OPR.
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
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Check Fast Track Eligibility ▾You may qualify for Fast Track Endorsement if you have held an active license in good standing in another state for at least 3 years.
Endorsement Info -
Submit Endorsement Application ▾Apply through the OPR Online Services portal specifically choosing the endorsement pathway.
Apply Online -
Provide Verification ▾Ensure your current state of licensure sends an official verification directly to the Vermont Board.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Vermont Board of Pharmacy
Keeping Your License Active
Vermont Pharmacy Technician licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Vermont Board of Pharmacy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Renew on the board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $100 |
| Endorsement application | $100 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 50.0 |
Slow Downs
Background Check Processing
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Fingerprint results can take 6-12 weeks to be returned from the FBI and VCIC. Apply early to account for this window.
Incomplete Training Forms
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Failure to use the official Board-approved training verification form or missing signatures from the supervisor will stall the application.
Missing Out-of-State Verifications
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Vermont requires verifications from all states of prior licensure; delays often occur when other states are slow to send these records.
Questions
What is the minimum age to be a Pharmacy Technician in Vermont?
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The minimum age is 16 years old.
How much does the license cost?
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The initial application fee is $70, and the biennial renewal fee is $85.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements?
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Technicians must complete 6 hours of approved CE every two years. If you are authorized to immunize, 2 of those hours must be immunization-related.
Can I work while my application is pending?
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No. You must be registered as either a Pharmacy Technician or a Pharmacy Technician Trainee before performing any technician duties.
How long is a Trainee registration valid?
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A Pharmacy Technician Trainee registration is valid for up to 4 years, during which time you must complete a training program or national certification.