You’ve now covered the core knowledge tested on the PTCE, including:

• Common medications and their uses
• Adverse effects, contraindications, and drug classifications
• Patient safety and error prevention
• Prescription processing and medication dispensing
• Key pharmacy laws and regulations

If you used the quizzes and assessments along the way, you’ve also had practice applying that knowledge in exam-style questions. The next step is registering for - and taking - the official PTCE.

Registering for the PTCE

To take the PTCE, you’ll first create an account with PTCB. Then you’ll submit an online application for the exam and pay the $129 fee. Once your application is approved, you can schedule your exam.

You can take the exam in either of these formats:

• At a physical test center
• As an online proctored exam

Other important information

• Your unofficial exam score appears on the screen immediately after you finish. Official scores are available within three weeks.
• You’ll need an approved form of identification to check in at the test center.
• You can download your PTCB certificate from your account. PTCB also offers digital badges that include details about your certification.
• To maintain your credential, you’ll need to renew your certification every 2 years.
• Plan to arrive at the test center at least 30 minutes before your exam time.

Other resources

Check out the Achievable Blog for study tips and test-day best practices.

Thank you

Thanks for letting Achievable be part of your PTCE preparation. We hope this course supports you on exam day and in real pharmacy practice as a certified pharmacy technician.