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ExCPT — Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians
Administered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Mobile-first, single-column layout.
Exam Overview
- Total questions: 120
- Scored items: 100 • Pretest (unscored): 20
- Duration: 2 hours 10 minutes (includes tutorial & survey)
- Format: Computer-based multiple-choice
- Scoring: Scaled 200–500 — passing: 390
Note: personal calculators are not allowed; an approved calculator will be provided if needed.
Syllabus Breakdown
Role, Responsibilities & General Duties
Medication reconciliation, assisting medication therapy management, communication & workflow duties.
Laws
Covers federal/state laws, pharmacy regulation basics, and controlled substances handling.
- Laws & Regulations — 9
- Controlled Substances — 6
Drugs & Drug Therapy
Drug classification, indications, and frequently prescribed medications.
- Drug Classification — 8
- Frequently Prescribed Medications — 5
Dispensing Process
Prescription intake/entry, preparation, dispensing, compounding, and dose repackaging.
- Prescription & Order Intake/Entry — 13
- Preparing & Dispensing — 13
- Calculations — 7
- Sterile/non-sterile, compounding, unit dose, repackaging — 10
Medication & Patient Safety / Quality Assurance
Safety, error prevention, labeling, storage, disposal, and quality assurance workflows.
Study tip: prioritize the Dispensing Process domain — it carries the largest share of the exam.
Exam Fees
- Registration Fee
- $125
- Retake Fee
- $125
- Certification Renewal
- $55 (every 2 years)
- Study materials (optional)
- Bundles start at ≈ $83
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the passing score for the ExCPT exam?
A minimum scaled score of 390 is required to pass.
How is the ExCPT exam scored?
Raw scores are converted into a scaled score between 200–500.
How long is the exam?
2 hours and 10 minutes, including tutorial and post-exam survey.
What are pretest questions?
Unscored items included to evaluate future exam content; they do not affect your score.
Can I use a calculator during the exam?
Personal calculators are not permitted; an approved calculator is provided if needed.
Preparation Resources
- Official NHA study materials
- Timed practice tests
- Study guides & flashcards
- Third-party providers (e.g., Achievable, AscendBase)
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