Point-of-Care Testing Certificate (PTCB) - Point-of-Care Testing Certificate
- Cost $89
- Perpetual
COURSE FORMAT
About
The Point-of-Care Testing Certificate offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is designed for pharmacy technicians who wish to expand their role in the healthcare setting by participating in point-of-care testing (POCT). This certification demonstrates a technician’s proficiency in conducting various point-of-care tests, understanding test results, and maintaining quality control in a point-of-care setting. Earning this certificate also takes candidates one step closer to becoming a PTCB Advanced Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT-Adv).
Eligibility
Hold an active PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Credential
Complete a PTCB-Recognized Point-of-Care Testing Education/Training Program
Completion Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Cost:
$89 Application & Exam Fee
$20 Exam Authorization Extension
All fees are nonrefundable
Course Format
Exam Format
The Point-of-Care Testing Certificate exam is a computer-based test consisting of 60 multiple-choice questions. Candidates have 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete the exam, but the total appointment time is 1.5 hours to leave time for a pre-exam tutorial and post-exam survey.
Topics on the Point-of-Care Testing Certificate exam include:
Safety and Precautions (16%)
Diseases and Specimens (34%)
CLIA-Waived Tests (30%)
Test Results, QC and Recording (20%)
The Point-of-Care Testing Certificate exam receives a scaled score between 0 to 400, with 300 or higher required to pass. Candidates receive their official score report immediately following completion of the exam. Passing candidates can download their certificate through the Credley Platform and receive a digital badge and certificate of achievement. Unsuccessful candidates may retake the exam after paying the full exam fee again without any waiting period between attempts.
The Point-of-Care Testing Certificate Exam is administered in person at more than 1,400 Pearson Professional Centers nationwide.
The Point-of-Care Testing Certificate Exam is administered through online proctored testing through Pearson VUE.
Certification
Application Process
Apply through online PTCB Account
Wait for email with authorization to schedule exam
Renewal
The Point-of-Care Testing Certificate program doesn’t require renewal.
Continuing Education
Continuing education is required to maintain PTCB CPhT Certification but not to maintain the Point-of-Care Testing Certificate.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I earn a PTCB Point-of-Care Testing Certificate online?
Yes you can earn a PTCB Point-of-Care Testing Certificate online.
What organization offers the Point-of-Care Testing Certificate?
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) offers the Point-of-Care Testing Certificate.
Do I have to renew my PTCB Point-of-Care Testing Certificate?
No you don't have to renew your PTCB Point-of-Care Testing Certificate.
How many questions are on the PTCB Point-of-Care Testing Certificate exam?
The PTCB Point-of-Care Testing Certificate exam consist of 60 multiple-choice questions. Candidates have 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete the computer-based exam.