Accreditation and Training Flashcards

Which organization accredits pharmacy technician training programs under the ASHP/ACPE joint accreditation model?

Answer: ACPE

The Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) partners with ASHP to accredit pharmacy technician education programs.

What is the minimum number of hours typically required for an ASHP-accredited pharmacy technician program's structured externship?

Answer: 160 hours

ASHP-accredited programs require a minimum of 160 hours of structured externship/practice experience.

A pharmacy technician working in a hospital setting is required by their employer to complete annual competency training. This requirement is primarily driven by:

Answer: Joint Commission standards

The Joint Commission requires hospitals to document ongoing staff competency as part of accreditation standards.

Under PTCB recertification requirements, how many continuing education hours must a CPhT complete every two years?

Answer: 20 hours

CPhT recertification requires 20 hours of pharmacy-related continuing education every two years.

Which statement best describes the role of the State Board of Pharmacy in technician training?

Answer: It sets minimum state-specific training and licensure requirements

State Boards of Pharmacy establish the minimum education, training, and licensure requirements for technicians within their state.

A pharmacy technician trainee in an ASHP-accredited program must demonstrate competency in which of the following core areas?

Answer: Medication order entry and processing

ASHP-accredited programs require trainees to demonstrate competency in medication order entry and processing, among other technical skills.

ExCPT certification is awarded by which organization?

Answer: NHA

The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) administers the ExCPT exam and awards certification to qualifying pharmacy technicians.