Pharmacy Technician license reciprocity by state

Reciprocal states: Alabama does not have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians; a new license must be obtained.

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but Alaska recognizes national certification.

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but verification of licensure or certification from other states may be required if applicable.

Reciprocal states: Not specified

Reciprocal states: California does not offer reciprocity; applicants licensed in other states must apply for a new California license.

Reciprocal states: Colorado offers licensure by endorsement for applicants with substantially equivalent credentials from other states.

Reciprocal states: Not specified

Reciprocal states: N/A - Delaware does not license pharmacy technicians.

Reciprocal states: The District of Columbia offers reciprocity for pharmacy technicians holding an active registration in another state, provided they meet specific application requirements including verification of good standing from previous jurisdictions and a criminal background check.

Reciprocal states: Florida does not have reciprocity with other states for pharmacy technicians but practices endorsement for pharmacists. For pharmacy technicians, you must apply for registration in Florida and complete a Board-approved training program.

Reciprocal states: Georgia does not offer reciprocity for pharmacy technicians.

Reciprocal states: Not specified

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but national certification is widely recognized.

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but CE courses from ACPE-approved providers are accepted even if completed outside of Illinois.

Reciprocal states: Indiana offers reciprocity for pharmacy technicians licensed in other states, allowing them to apply for an Indiana license through an online application process.

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but national certification is key for transferability.

Reciprocal states: Not specified

Reciprocal states: Kentucky does not offer reciprocity for pharmacy technician licenses. Each individual must register with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy.

Reciprocal states: Louisiana may accept Form 33 as evidence of education, training, or experience if you have held an active pharmacy technician credential in another U.S. jurisdiction for at least one year. You must still follow LABP's certificate application checklist, including exam proof requirements.

Reciprocal states: Maine may accept a copy of a pharmacy technician license from another state along with the application.

Reciprocal states: Maryland allows reciprocity for pharmacy technicians registered in other states with similar requirements, provided a letter of good standing from the other state's board is submitted.

Reciprocal states: Massachusetts offers reciprocity for pharmacy technicians licensed in other states, provided the requirements for licensure in the original state are substantially equivalent to Massachusetts' requirements and the license is in good standing. Applicants must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, be of good moral character, and not have a drug-related felony conviction. They must also provide a certified statement from each state of licensure confirming good standing and documentation of at least one year of active licensure. If not currently licensed in another state, applicants need a certificate of completion from an ASHP-accredited or Board-approved training program, or documentation of 500 hours of practical experience.

Reciprocal states: Michigan offers licensure by endorsement for applicants licensed in another state with an active and good standing license, provided they meet Michigan's requirements, including passing one of the approved examinations and completing human trafficking training.

Reciprocal states: Minnesota does not have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians; however, prior work experience does not waive the training requirement.

Reciprocal states: Mississippi does not have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians. Pharmacists may apply for reciprocity through NABP.

Reciprocal states: Missouri does not have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians. All applicants must meet Missouri's registration requirements.

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but national certification is required for a full license.

Reciprocal states: Not specified for pharmacy technicians; pharmacists have reciprocity options.

Reciprocal states: Nevada offers pathways for individuals with out-of-state pharmacy technician experience (at least 1,500 hours) or those licensed in another state with equivalent requirements. Individuals with 240 hours of employment as a technician in another state may also apply for licensure.

Reciprocal states: New Hampshire offers reciprocity for Certified Pharmacy Technicians from states with substantially similar licensing requirements. Applicants must have an active license in good standing and submit a criminal background check.

Reciprocal states: New Jersey does not have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians; however, pharmacists may be eligible for reciprocal licensure if licensed in a mutually reciprocating jurisdiction.

Reciprocal states: New Mexico does not offer reciprocity for pharmacy technician registration. If you do not have current licensure in New Mexico, you will have to re-train.

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but national certification is a key requirement.

Reciprocal states: North Carolina does not offer reciprocity; a technician registration in another state may not be transferred.

Reciprocal states: North Dakota grants reciprocity to pharmacy technicians who have passed the reciprocity examination of the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) or any other board-approved examination, provided they meet North Dakota's requirements at the time of their initial licensure in another state. Applicants must pass the North Dakota law examination.

Reciprocal states: Ohio allows reciprocity for pharmacy technicians registered in other states who have actively worked as a pharmacy technician for at least one year within the previous five years. Trainee licenses are not eligible for reciprocity.

Reciprocal states: Oklahoma does not permit transfers from other states for pharmacy technicians. All applicants must meet Oklahoma's specific requirements regardless of their status in another state.

Reciprocal states: Oregon does not have a direct reciprocity agreement. Applicants licensed in another state must meet Oregon's requirements, including national certification for COPT.

Reciprocal states: Pennsylvania allows for portability of out-of-state professional licensees with substantially equivalent licensing requirements through Act 41. Nationally certified technicians from out-of-state may qualify for immediate registration.

Reciprocal states: Rhode Island offers licensure by endorsement for pharmacy technicians currently licensed and in good standing in another state, provided the requirements for licensure in the original state are equivalent to Rhode Island's requirements.

Reciprocal states: Not specified for pharmacy technicians; reciprocity is mentioned for pharmacists.

Reciprocal states: None

Reciprocal states: Tennessee does not have reciprocity for pharmacy technicians; all applicants must register with the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy.

Reciprocal states: Texas does not have reciprocity with other states for pharmacy technicians. A new application and national certification are required.

Reciprocal states: Licensed in good standing as a pharmacy technician in another U.S. state, district, or territory, and have practiced at least 1,000 hours of licensed practice in the past two years.

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but national certification or a Board-approved training program is required for all applicants.

Reciprocal states: Virginia offers reciprocity for pharmacy technicians who were previously licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction and passed a national certification exam (PTCE or ExCPT).

Reciprocal states: Washington does not have direct reciprocity. Out-of-state applicants must meet the same requirements as in-state trained pharmacy technicians.

Reciprocal states: Reciprocity is available for nationally certified technicians who have practiced in another jurisdiction for at least one year, provided they are in good standing in their original state of jurisdiction. They must still apply as a pharmacy technician trainee and complete a 20-hour site-specific training program.

Reciprocal states: Not specified

Reciprocal states: Not specified, but a background check is required for reciprocity for pharmacists, implying a similar process for technicians.