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How to become a pharmacy technician in Georgia. National certification not required. On-the-job training may be accepted. Total initial fees: $100+. Verified 2026-03-01. Data verified 2026-03-01. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Pharmacy Technician
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Registered
Credential Type
No
National Cert Required
No
Formal Program Required
$100+
Total Initial Fees
20 hrs
CE Hours
Biennial (odd years, expires June 30)
Renewal Period
Regulation Status
VerifiedCredential Type
Registered
Official Title
Registered Pharmacy Technician
State-Regulated Profession
Regulated by the Georgia Board of Pharmacy
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, but 1 of every 3 technicians per pharmacist must be nationally certified
On-the-Job Training Alternative
OJT accepted as alternative to formal program
Formal Training Program
Program Accreditation
No formal program required; on-the-job training allowed
Topics Covered
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Application fee paid to Georgia Board of Pharmacy | $100 |
Exam Fee (PTCE/ExCPT) PTCE exam fee paid to PTCB (if pursuing voluntary certification); ExCPT exam fee is $125 (paid to NHA) | $129 |
Background Check Fee Fingerprint-based background check through IdentoGO (Code 2TGRNG); fee paid to vendor | Varies |
Total Initial Fees Application fee plus IdentoGO fingerprinting fee; national certification exam fee additional if pursued | $100+ |
Scope of Practice
VerifiedAllowed Duties
Restricted Duties (Pharmacist Only)
Can Administer Immunizations
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified20
State CE Hours
20
PTCB Recert Hours
Biennial (odd years, expires June 30)
Renewal Period
Continuing Education Required
Renewal Fee
$60
Biennial renewal fee
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.
Georgia explicitly prohibits reciprocity for pharmacy technicians. The state uses a tiered ratio system where higher ratios require more certified technicians. Minimum age is 17 with high school enrollment sufficient as the education requirement.
National certification is not required for registration, but at least 1 of every 3 technicians per pharmacist must hold PTCE or ExCPT certification
Minimum age is 17, and current high school enrollment is sufficient to meet the education requirement
Fingerprinting is conducted through IdentoGO using service code 2TGRNG
Georgia explicitly does not allow reciprocity for pharmacy technicians
Tiered technician-to-pharmacist ratio: 3:1 (1 certified), 4:1 (2 certified), hospitals may exceed with Board approval
Technicians may administer immunizations after completing 2 hours of immunization-specific CE
Explore requirements for other professional licenses in Georgia.
How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#40 of 51
Cost
#24 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052)
Entry Level
$35,750
25th percentile
Median
$38,390
-12% vs. national avg ($43,460)Experienced
$45,970
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
15,780 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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Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
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Pharmacy Technician
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
$38,390
PharmD degree (4 years) + NAPLEX + MPJE
$132,400
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.
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
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Georgia does not require national certification to become a Registered Pharmacy Technician. All licensing is managed through the Georgia Board of Pharmacy.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state Board of Pharmacy.