Exam Domains

1 Sterile Compounding Fundamentals Weight not published

2 USP 797 Regulations and Compliance Weight not published

3 Aseptic Technique and Cleanroom Practices Weight not published

4 Quality Assurance and Testing Weight not published

5 Drug Stability and Storage Weight not published

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice (single best answer)

FormatLinear fixed-form computer-based test (CBT)

Online ProctoringAvailable

ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name must exactly match registration. Secondary ID may be requested.

RenewalRequired -- 2-year certification cycle. Renewal requires 20 pharmacy-related CE hours per 2-year cycle, including 1 hour in pharmacy law and 1 hour in patient safety. Online renewal application submitted through PTCB portal.

PrerequisitesActive CPhT credential or equivalent; sterile compounding training/experience

Retake PolicyCandidates must wait 90 days before retaking any PTCB exam. PTCE has a lifetime maximum of 5 attempts. Full exam fee required for each attempt.

LanguagesEnglish

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