Looking for pharmacy technician South Carolina information? Following are the important facts you need to know about the requirements for pharmacy technicians in South Carolina.
Does South Carolina regulate pharmacy technicians? Yes.
Is certification required to practice in South Carolina?
Yes, both national and state certification. However, you may register
and work as a technician while obtaining your national and state
certification.
What certification exam(s) is/are approved by the state? PTCB (PTCE)
When is registration required? You must apply for and receive proof of registration before beginning employment.
Is licensure required? Yes.
What do I have to do to become licensed and certified by the state of South Carolina?
Yes, licensure requires completing a Board-approved training program.
Are there Continuing Education (CE) requirements?
Yes. South Carolina requires 10 hours of CE by ACPE (American Council
on Pharmaceutical Education) or CME-approved continuing education
courses per 1-year renewal period. Four of those hours must be obtained
through attendance of lectures, workshops, or seminars. And if you are
nationally certified, maintaining your certification requires CE (twenty
units of continuing education every 2 years).
How often is renewal required?
Annually. Pharmacy technician South Carolina registrations expire June
30 of each year. The renewal fee is $15. Download the renewal form here.
What should I do if I change jobs or change my home address? Report the change to the Board in writing. Find the forms here.
Other good info to know about pharmacy technician South Carolina requirements:
South Carolina Department of Labor Licensing and Regulation — Board of Pharmacy
www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/pharmacy
Office: Synergy Business Park, Kingstree Building
110 Centerview Drive, Suite 202
Columbia, SC 29210
Mail: PO Box 11927
Columbia, S.C. 29211-1927
Telephone: 803-896-4700 Fax: 803-896-4596
Professional Association for South Carolina Pharmacy Technicians:
South Carolina Pharmacy Association (SCPhA)
www.scrx.org
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