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How to become a pharmacy technician in Delaware. National certification not required. On-the-job training may be accepted. Total initial fees: $0. Verified 2026-03-01. Data verified 2026-03-01. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Pharmacy Technician
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Credential Type
No
National Cert Required
No
Formal Program Required
$0
Total Initial Fees
0 hrs
CE Hours
N/A (no state registration)
Renewal Period
Regulation Status
VerifiedCredential Type
None
Official Title
No state registration, license, or certification required
Not State-Regulated
Regulated by the Delaware Board of Pharmacy (DPR)
Minimum Age
Education Level
Background Check
Fingerprinting
Drug Screening
Immunization Requirements
Pharmacist supervision required
YesTechnician-to-Pharmacist Ratio
National Certification Required
Accepted Certification Exams
PTCE
from PTCB · $129
ExCPT
from NHA
Certification Deadline
Not required; nationally certified technicians receive expanded scope of practice
On-the-Job Training Alternative
OJT accepted as alternative to formal program
Formal Training Program
Program Accreditation
OJT; must complete training within 90 days; pharmacist-in-charge provides training
Topics Covered
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee No state-level fees; no registration or licensure exists | $0 |
Registration Fee No state registration required | $0 |
Exam Fee (PTCE/ExCPT) PTCE exam fee paid to PTCB (optional; not required by state); ExCPT exam fee is $125 (paid to NHA) | $129 |
Total Initial Fees No state-level costs; $0 to practice as a pharmacy technician (employer may require background check at their expense) | $0 |
Scope of Practice
VerifiedAllowed Duties
Restricted Duties (Pharmacist Only)
Can Administer Immunizations
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified0
State CE Hours
20
PTCB Recert Hours
N/A (no state registration)
Renewal Period
No State CE Requirement
Renewal Fee
$0
N/A; no state registration to renew
Regulatory Board
PTCB recertification requires 20 CE hours per 2-year cycle, including 1 hour of pharmacy law and 1 hour of patient safety. State CE requirements may overlap with PTCB requirements.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedDoes Not Accept Out-of-State Credentials
PTCB Certification Does Not Transfer
Additional Requirements for Transfer
Most states require pharmacy technicians to apply for a new credential in the destination state, even if they hold national certification. Requirements vary by state.
Delaware is one of the very few states that does NOT regulate pharmacy technicians at the state level -- no registration, no license, no certification, and $0 state cost. The certified vs. non-certified scope difference is significant, with certified techs gaining immunization authority (adults only).
Delaware does NOT require state registration, licensure, or certification for pharmacy technicians
One of very few states with no state regulation of pharmacy technicians
$0 state-level cost to practice
Nationally certified technicians receive significantly expanded scope of practice
Immunization administration limited to certified technicians and adult patients only
Background checks expected by employers but not state-mandated
Pharmacist-in-charge responsible for training; must complete within 90 days
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#25 of 51
Cost
#1 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052)
Entry Level
$36,610
25th percentile
Median
$43,470
At national averageExperienced
$49,220
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
1,320 employed in this state
Source: BLS OEWS – Pharmacy Technicians (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+2.7%
Below AverageNew Jobs
+12,700
over 10 years
Annual Openings
46,200
per year (avg.)
461,400 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
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$43,470
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
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Pharmacy Technician
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
$43,470
PharmD degree (4 years) + NAPLEX + MPJE
$140,470
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 32–62 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Delaware Board of Pharmacy (DPR) — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Delaware Board of Pharmacy (DPR) — Licensing Requirements
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Delaware does not require national certification to become a No state registration, license, or certification required. All licensing is managed through the Delaware Board of Pharmacy (DPR).
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state Board of Pharmacy.