Regulatory Compliance Cert (PTCB) - Regulatory Compliance Certificate
- Cost $89
- Perpetual
COURSE FORMAT
About
The Regulatory Compliance Certificate offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is designed for pharmacy technicians who specialize in understanding and adhering to the regulatory and legal standards governing pharmacy practice. This certification demonstrates a technician's expertise in regulatory affairs, compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations and the ability to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare regulations. 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 Regulatory Compliance 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 Regulatory Compliance Certificate exam is a computer-based test consisting of 70 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 Regulatory Compliance Certificate exam include:
Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines (37%)
Legal Requirements and Practice Standards (37%)
Patient Safety and Quality Assurance Strategies (26%)
The Regulatory Compliance 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 Regulatory Compliance Certificate Exam is administered in person at more than 1,400 Pearson Professional Centers nationwide.
The Regulatory Compliance 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 Regulatory Compliance Certificate program doesn’t require renewal.
Continuing Education
Continuing education is required to maintain PTCB CPhT Certification but not to maintain the Regulatory Compliance Certificate.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I earn a PTCB Regulatory Compliance Certificate online?
Yes you can earn a earn a PTCB Regulatory Compliance Certificate online.
What organization offers the Regulatory Compliance Certificate?
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) offers the Regulatory Compliance Certificate.
Do I need to renew my PTCB Regulatory Compliance Certificate?
No you don't need to renew your PTCB Regulatory Compliance Certificate.
How many questions are on the PTCB Regulatory Compliance Certificate exam?
The PTCB Regulatory Compliance Certificate exam consist of 70 multiple-choice questions. Candidates have 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete the computer-based exam.