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In this blog post, we’ll show you how to get your pharmacy tech license back.
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Introduction
If you have let your pharmacy technician license lapse, there is a process for getting it reinstated. Depending on the reason for letting it lapse, the process may be different. Generally, you will need to retake and pass the national pharmacy tech exam, as well as a state-specific exam if your state requires one. Once you have done that, you will need to reapply for your license and pay any required fees.
The Process of Getting Your Pharmacy Tech License Back
The process of getting your pharmacy tech license back can be a long and daunting task. There are many steps that you must take in order to even be eligible to have your license reinstated. The first step is to contact your state’s Board of Pharmacy. You will need to fill out a reinstatement application and pay a non-refundable application fee.
Applying for a License
If your pharmacy technician license has been inactive for more than two years, you will need to apply for a new license. The process is the same as if you were applying for the first time. You will need to:
-Submit an application
-Send in the required documentation
-Pay the required fees
-Take and pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) or another approved exam
License Renewal
If your license has lapsed, you will need to go through the process of renewing your license before you can begin working again as a pharmacy technician. The process of renewing your license will vary depending on the state in which you are licensed, but will generally require you to complete some or all of the following steps:
1. Review your state’s requirements for renewing a lapsed pharmacy technician license.
2. Complete any required continuing education courses.
3. Submit a renewal application to your state’s Board of Pharmacy along with the required fee.
4. Pass a law and ethics examination, if required.
5. Have your employer verify your work experience, if required.
6. Receive notification from your state’s Board of Pharmacy that your license has been renewed and is now active again.
Tips for Maintaining Your Pharmacy Tech License
If your pharmacy tech license has lapsed, you may be wondering how to get it back. The first step is to check with your state’s Board of Pharmacy to see what the requirements are. Generally, you will need to complete a certain amount of continuing education credits and/or retake the exam. Once you have met all the requirements, you will be able to apply for reinstatement of your license.
Continuing Education
You will need to renew your license every two years and complete at least 20 hours of continuing education (CE) during each renewal period. Of the 20 hours, at least 4 must be in the area of pharmacy law. The Board accepts live, interactive, and home study CE. A maximum of 10 hours may come from home study. The following is a list of approved CE providers:
-American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
-Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
-National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
-American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)
-National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA)
Staying Up-To-Date on Pharmacy Laws
As a pharmacy technician, it’s important to stay up-to-date on all the latest pharmacy laws. These laws are constantly changing, so it’s important to make sure you are up-to-date on all the latest information. The best way to do this is to take continuing education courses. most states require pharmacy technicians to take continuing education courses every two years in order to maintain their license. You can usually find these courses online or through your local community college.
Keeping a Clean Record
A pharmacy technician shortage exists in many parts of the United States. Part of the reason for this shortage is that pharmacy technicians often move from one state to another in search of higher paying jobs. Another reason is that pharmacy technicians may lose their licenses due to violations of state regulations. Maintaining a clean record is essential to keeping your pharmacy technician license active.
The first step in keeping a clean record is to understand the regulations of the state Board of Pharmacy in which you are licensed. Each state Board of Pharmacy has different rules and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy technicians. Be sure to review your state’s requirements before beginning your job as a pharmacy technician.
Additionally, it is important to keep up with continuing education requirements for pharmacy technicians. Most states require pharmacy technicians to complete a certain number of continuing education hours every two years in order to maintain their licenses. These hours can be completed through online courses, attending conferences or taking part in other educational activities approved by your state Board of Pharmacy.
Finally, it is crucial that you adhere to all ethical guidelines when working as a pharmacy technician. This means being honest with your patients, following the instructions of your supervising pharmacist and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Violating any of these ethical guidelines could result in disciplinary action from your state Board of Pharmacy, including the loss of your license.
Conclusion
There are a few different ways that you can go about getting your pharmacy tech license back. If you have lost your license due to disciplinary action, you will need to go through the process of reinstatement. This can be a lengthy and difficult process, but it is possible to get your license back if you take the right steps.
If your license has lapsed or expired, you will need to renew it in order to start working again as a pharmacy tech. The process of renewal is generally much simpler than reinstatement, but you will still need to meet all of the requirements set forth by your state board of pharmacy.
Getting your pharmacy tech license back can be a challenge, but it is possible to do if you are willing to put in the work. With a little bit of effort, you can be back on the job and helping people in no time.
