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To work as a certified pharmacy technician in New Hampshire, you must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. You must also pass a background check showing no drug-related crimes on your record.
You’ll need these records when you apply for pharmacy technician training courses and for your license with the state.
New Hampshire does not require pharmacy technicians to complete a training course. However, you must pass a national certification exam to be licensed as a certified pharmacy technician.
In addition, pharmacy technicians who complete a training course that is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) can do additional tasks like medication compounding.
Stepful’s New Hampshire Pharmacy Technician Training Program is accredited by ASHP and prepares students to pass a national certification exam. It covers essential topics like pharmacy law, medication safety, and hands-on training in drug preparation.
During an externship, students work alongside pharmacists in real-world settings to develop their skills. This training prepares you to succeed at your job. It’s also something employers look for when hiring.
Stepful has a network of thousands of partners that can provide externship opportunities for its students. We provide support in finding an externship and throughout your placement to help you succeed.*
Additionally, many retail and hospital pharmacies offer externships. Pharmacies like Walgreens have programs in local pharmacies that provide opportunities for students working toward certification.
*Please note that students must be available Monday-Friday, 9-5 p.m., to qualify for externship support.
New Hampshire recognizes two national certification exams for pharmacy technicians. They are the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam and the NHA’s ExCPT exam. In order to register as a certified pharmacy technician, you must pass one of these exams.
Stepful’s program is designed to prepare students for the NHA ExCPT exam. Our students have a 75% pass rate on the exam, which is 12 points above the national average.
After passing the certification exam, you will submit your certification and application to the New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy to receive your license.
With your license in hand, you can begin your job search. Certified pharmacy technicians work in a variety of settings. A quick search of job sites like Indeed and ZipRecruiter will show how many job listings exist for certified pharmacy techs in New Hampshire.
Stepful’s career support team helps students with resume building, job applications, and interview coaching to give you the best possible chance of getting the job of your dreams.
Stepful’s Pharmacy Technician program has received accreditation by ASHP! American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) is the only nationally-recognized pharmacy association that accredits pharmacy technician training programs in the United States. ASHP accreditation represents formal recognition of the high quality of services and care provided by Stepful’s Pharmacy Technician program.
All pharmacy technicians working in New Hampshire must register with the New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy. Registration ensures that pharmacy technicians meet state guidelines and are eligible to work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
In New Hampshire, there are two levels of pharmacy technicians. One is a registered pharmacy technician, a license that enables you to do entry-level tasks, focusing more on administrative duties.
The second is a certified pharmacy technician, a license that enables you to do the full scope of tasks assigned to a pharmacy tech.
To become a certified pharmacy technician in New Hampshire, you must pass one of these national certification exams: the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam or the NHA’s ExCPT exam.
Though New Hampshire does not require certification, many employers prefer or require it. Certification demonstrates your competency in pharmacology, medication safety, and pharmacy law.
Pharmacy technicians perform vital tasks that support pharmacists and ensure patients receive safe, accurate medication. All pharmacy technicians work under a licensed pharmacist. However, the scope of practice varies by state.
The New Hampshire Administrative Code governs what pharmacy technicians are allowed and not allowed to do.
New Hampshire distinguishes between standard pharmacy technicians, certified pharmacy technicians, and advanced pharmacy technicians. Advanced pharmacy technicians have additional training and are permitted to perform more complex tasks under pharmacist supervision.
Here is a general description of the pharmacy technician’s scope of practice in New Hampshire:
The New Hampshire code says that pharmacy techs “are limited to performing tasks in the preparation of legend drugs and devices and providing nonjudgmental technical support services.”
In general, pharmacy techs cannot:
The New Hampshire code says that “all tasks and functions undertaken by the pharmacy technician must be verified and confirmed for correctness, exactness, accuracy, and completeness by the pharmacist-in-charge.”
In general, pharmacy techs may:
Healthcare jobs are in demand and provide a good salary and job security. The demand for pharmacy technicians, in particular, is growing nationwide.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), demand for pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 7% from 2022 to 2032. This growth is expected to result in approximately 47,400 job openings each year over the decade, primarily due to the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force.
In 2023, New Hampshire licensed 1,950 registered pharmacy techs and 2,157 certified pharmacy techs.
Pharmacy technicians in New Hampshire can expect strong job stability with competitive salaries. According to the BLS, the average salary for pharmacy techs in New Hampshire is $42,540 per year or $20.45 per hour.
Joining a professional organization can provide networking opportunities, job resources, and continuing education. Here are some key organizations supporting pharmacy technicians:
4-Month Online Pharmacy Technician Course
Receive your National NHA-CPhT Certificate
100% Online Followed by In-Person Externship
Job Interview Prep and Resume Services
1:1 Support From Enrollment to Employment
