Virginia Pharmacy Technician License
Virginia 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
- Proof of National Certification — A copy of your current, valid PTCB or NHA (ExCPT) certification certificate. Get PTCB Certificate
- Training Program Completion Evidence — A certificate of completion or affidavit from an approved pharmacy technician training program. View Forms
- High School Diploma or GED — Proof of high school graduation or equivalent as required by the Board.
How to Apply
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Complete an Approved Training Program ▾Successfully complete a pharmacy technician training program that is ASHP/ACPE accredited, a Virginia DOE program, federal/military training, or recognized by PTCB or NHA.
View Training Requirements -
Register as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee (Optional) ▾If you intend to gain practical experience in a pharmacy while enrolled in a training program, you must first register as a trainee.
Apply for Trainee Registration -
Pass a National Certification Exam ▾Pass either the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam or the National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT) exam to earn your CPhT credential.
Register for PTCB Exam -
Submit Online Application for Registration ▾Access the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) portal to submit your initial application for Pharmacy Technician registration.
Start Online Application -
Pay Registration Fee ▾Pay the non-refundable application fee of $35 through the online portal.
Pay Application Fee -
Upload Required Documentation ▾Upload proof of your national certification (PTCB or NHA) and evidence of completing an approved training program to your application checklist.
Access Application Checklist
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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Verify National Certification ▾Ensure your PTCB or NHA certification is active and valid.
Verify PTCB Status -
Provide Proof of Out-of-State Practice ▾Virginia allows registration for those who have practiced in another U.S. jurisdiction and passed a national exam.
Apply via Portal -
Submit Standard Registration Application ▾There is no separate endorsement form; out-of-state technicians use the standard online registration application.
Start Application
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Keeping Your License Active
Virginia Pharmacy Technician licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Virginia 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
Missing Certification Proof
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Failure to upload the actual PTCB or NHA certificate is the most common cause for application pendency.
Name Discrepancies
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Ensure the name on your application exactly matches the name on your certification and government ID to avoid verification failures.
Incomplete Training Documentation
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Submitting proof from a program that does not meet one of the Board's specific approval pathways will result in denial.
Questions
How many CE hours are required for renewal?
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Pharmacy technicians in Virginia must complete 5 contact hours (0.5 CEUs) of approved continuing education every calendar year.
When does my registration expire?
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All pharmacy technician registrations in Virginia expire annually on December 31.
Is there a grace period for new hires?
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No. You must be registered as either a technician or a trainee before performing any technician duties in a pharmacy.
What is the fee for initial registration?
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The initial registration fee for a pharmacy technician is $35.