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How to become a pharmacy technician in North Dakota. National certification (PTCE/ExCPT) required. Formal training program required. Total initial fees: $154. Verified 2026-03-01. Data verified 2026-03-01. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Pharmacy Technician
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Registered
Credential Type
Yes
National Cert Required
Yes
Formal Program Required
$154
Total Initial Fees
20 hrs
CE Hours
1 year
Renewal Period
Regulation Status
VerifiedCredential Type
Registered
Official Title
Registered Pharmacy Technician
State-Regulated Profession
Regulated by the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy
Minimum Age
Education Level
Background Check
Fingerprinting
Drug Screening
Immunization Requirements
Pharmacist supervision required
YesNational Certification Required
Accepted Certification Exams
PTCE
from PTCB · $129
Certification Deadline
PTCB certification required; ExCPT is NOT accepted (PTCB only state)
On-the-Job Training Alternative
Formal program or certification required
Formal Training Program
Program Accreditation
ASHP-accredited program required (most restrictive state)
Topics Covered
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Registration Fee Registration fee paid to North Dakota Board of Pharmacy | $25 |
Exam Fee (PTCE/ExCPT) PTCE exam fee paid to PTCB (only PTCB accepted) | $129 |
Total Initial Fees Estimated total including $25 registration and $129 PTCE exam fee; additional costs for ASHP-accredited program | $154 |
Scope of Practice
VerifiedAllowed Duties
Restricted Duties (Pharmacist Only)
Immunization Administration: Not Specified
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified20
State CE Hours
20
PTCB Recert Hours
1 year
Renewal Period
Continuing Education Required
Renewal Fee
$25
Annual 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
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
PTCB Certification Transfers
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.
Most restrictive state nationally: requires both ASHP-accredited training program AND PTCB certification (PTCE only, ExCPT not accepted); despite the strictest requirements, fees are among the lowest at $25 for registration and annual renewal.
North Dakota is the MOST restrictive state nationally for pharmacy technician requirements
ASHP-accredited training program is REQUIRED (on-the-job training not accepted)
Only PTCB certification (PTCE exam) is accepted; ExCPT is NOT accepted
Annual renewal cycle at $25 per year
Low fees ($25 registration, $25 renewal) despite strict requirements
Immunization administration status for technicians is unclear
Contact: (701) 328-9535
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#8 of 51
Cost
#33 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052)
Entry Level
$38,980
25th percentile
Median
$47,600
+10% vs. national avg ($43,460)Experienced
$49,760
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
910 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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Pharmacy Technician
$47,600
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
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Pharmacy Technician
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
$47,600
PharmD degree (4 years) + NAPLEX + MPJE
$135,570
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: North Dakota Board of Pharmacy — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: North Dakota Board of Pharmacy — Licensing Requirements
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North Dakota requires national certification (PTCE or ExCPT) to become a Registered Pharmacy Technician. All licensing is managed through the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state Board of Pharmacy.