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How to become a pharmacy technician in West Virginia. 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 West Virginia 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
Must hold national certification for registration
On-the-Job Training Alternative
Formal program or certification required
Formal Training Program
Program Accreditation
Formal training program required
Topics Covered
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Registration Fee Registration fee paid to West Virginia Board of Pharmacy | $25 |
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 $25 registration and $129 PTCE exam fee (excludes training program costs and background check) | $154 |
Scope of Practice
Mostly verifiedAllowed Duties
Restricted Duties (Pharmacist Only)
Can Administer Immunizations
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
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.
West Virginia requires both national certification (PTCE or ExCPT) and formal training program completion, making it one of the more rigorous states for initial credentialing. Despite these higher requirements, the state maintains some of the lowest fees in the country at $25 for both registration and annual renewal. Background checks are conducted through the West Virginia State Police.
West Virginia requires BOTH national certification AND a formal training program
Background check is conducted through the West Virginia State Police
West Virginia has among the lowest fees in the country at $25 for registration and annual renewal
CE requirements of 20 hours align with PTCB maintenance requirements
The technician-to-pharmacist ratio is not specified by statute but subject to Board authority
Annual renewal cycle keeps credentials current
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#51 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
$34,470
25th percentile
Median
$37,370
-14% vs. national avg ($43,460)Experienced
$44,180
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
3,690 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
$37,370
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
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Pharmacy Technician
Training program + PTCB/ExCPT certification
$37,370
PharmD degree (4 years) + NAPLEX + MPJE
$133,910
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: West Virginia Board of Pharmacy — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: West Virginia Board of Pharmacy — Licensing Requirements
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West Virginia requires national certification (PTCE or ExCPT) to become a Registered Pharmacy Technician. All licensing is managed through the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state Board of Pharmacy.