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How to become a pharmacy technician in Utah. National certification (PTCE/ExCPT) required. Formal training program required. Total initial fees: $187. Verified 2026-03-01. Data verified 2026-03-01. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Pharmacy Technician
Governing Authority
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)
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Licensed
Credential Type
Yes
National Cert Required
Yes
Formal Program Required
$187
Total Initial Fees
20 hrs
CE Hours
2 years
Renewal Period
Regulation Status
VerifiedCredential Type
Licensed
Official Title
Licensed Pharmacy Technician
State-Regulated Profession
Regulated by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)
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
Must hold national certification prior to licensure
On-the-Job Training Alternative
Formal program or certification required
Formal Training Program
Program Accreditation
ASHP-accredited or Board-approved training program required
Topics Covered
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Registration Fee License fee paid to Utah DOPL | $58 |
Exam Fee (PTCE/ExCPT) PTCE exam fee paid to PTCB; ExCPT exam fee is $125 (paid to NHA) | $129 |
Total Initial Fees Estimated total including $58 license fee and $129 PTCE exam fee (excludes training program costs and background check) | $187 |
Scope of Practice
Mostly verifiedAllowed Duties
Restricted Duties (Pharmacist Only)
Can Administer Immunizations
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified20
State CE Hours
20
PTCB Recert Hours
2 years
Renewal Period
Continuing Education Required
Renewal Fee
$52
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
Mostly 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.
Utah is one of the more rigorous states, requiring both national certification (PTCE or ExCPT) and completion of a formal ASHP-accredited or Board-approved training program. The state uses the 'Licensed' title rather than 'Registered.' Utah has eliminated the fixed technician-to-pharmacist ratio, giving pharmacists flexibility in staffing.
Utah requires BOTH national certification AND a formal training program for pharmacy technician licensure
Utah uses the title 'Licensed Pharmacy Technician' rather than 'Registered'
The technician-to-pharmacist ratio has been eliminated (no fixed ratio)
Training programs must be ASHP-accredited or Board-approved
CE requirements of 20 hours align with PTCB maintenance requirements
Background check conducted through Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI)
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#10 of 51
Cost
#45 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052)
Entry Level
$39,210
25th percentile
Median
$46,760
+8% vs. national avg ($43,460)Experienced
$50,260
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
5,370 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)
Pharmacy Career Ladder+191% salary growth potential
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Pharmacy Technician
$46,760
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
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Pharmacy Technician
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
$46,760
PharmD degree (4 years) + NAPLEX + MPJE
$136,230
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: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Licensing Requirements
Study guides for the PTCE and ExCPT certification exams.
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Utah requires national certification (PTCE or ExCPT) to become a Licensed Pharmacy Technician. All licensing is managed through the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL).
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state Board of Pharmacy.