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PTCB Exam Study Course

Ace the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam

500+
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
We include multiple full-length practice tests with hundreds of practice questions.
60
LESSONS
All lessons are adapted from our highly reviewed study guide.
20+
VIDEOS
Watch instructional videos on dozens of complex concepts.
325
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Read content adapted from our highly reviewed study guide, so you don't miss a thing!
Learn by Repeating

Redo a difficult lesson as many times as it takes to stick in your memory!
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Take our practice tests and be quizzed after lessons. Gain confidence!
Track Your Progress

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Get the study resource that covers the whole test and prepares you where you need it most!

Medications

Federal Requirements

Patient Safety and Quality Assurance

Order Entry and Processing

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e-Guide
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Our course includes a flashcard mode with 325 content cards to help you study.
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6 Full Tests
With 500+ practice questions and lesson reviews, you can test yourself again and again, to build confidence.
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Bonuses
Use our bonus guides to unlock the secret keys to your exam, discover the best way to study, learn how to deal with test anxiety, and more!
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Course Outline
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Study Tips and Test-Taking Strategies
5 Secret Keys to PTCB Exam Success5 Topics
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Lesson Content
Secret Key #1: Plan Big, Study Small
Secret Key #2: Make Your Studying Count
Secret Key #3: Practice the Right Way
Secret Key #4: Pace Yourself
Secret Key #5: Have a Plan for Guessing
Test-Taking Strategies3 Topics
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Lesson Content
Question Strategies
Answer Choice Strategies
General Strategies
Subject Material
Abbreviations and Terminology
Medications19 Topics
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Lesson Content
Generic/Brand Names, Heart Medications, and Respiratory Medications
Analgesics, Antibiotics, Antivirals, Antifungals, and Cancer Medications
Thyroid, Diabetes, and Acne Medications
Gastro and Intestinal Medications
Anemia, Joint, and Neuromuscular Medications
Neurological, Ophthalmic, and Otic Medications
Psychotropic Medications
Hormonal and Urinary System Medications
Vaccines
Classification of Medications
Therapeutic Equivalence
Common and Life-Threatening Drug Interactions and Contraindications
Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration
Common and Severe Medication Side Effects, Adverse Effects, and Allergies
Indications of Medications and Dietary Supplements
Drug Stability
Narrow-Therapeutic-Index Medications
Incompatibilities Related to Nonsterile Compounding and Reconstitution
Proper Storage of Medications
Federal Requirements5 Topics
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Lesson Content
Handling and Disposal of Pharmaceutical Substances and Waste
Controlled Substance Prescriptions and DEA Controlled Substance Schedules
Controlled Substances
Restricted Drug Programs and Related Medication Processing
FDA Requirements
Patient Safety and Quality Assurance6 Topics
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Lesson Content
High-Alert/High-Risk and LASA Medications
Error-Prevention Strategies
Issues That Require Pharmacist Intervention
Event Reporting Procedures
Types of Prescription Errors
Hygiene and Cleaning Standards
Order Entry and Processing6 Topics
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Lesson Content
Procedures to Compound Nonsterile Products
Formulas and Calculations
Formulas and Calculations Part 2
Equipment/Supplies Required for Drug Administration
Lot Numbers, Expiration Dates, and NDC Numbers
Procedures for Identifying and Returning Medications and Supplies
State Requirements and Practice Standards3 Topics
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Lesson Content
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification of Pharmacy Technicians
Roles and Responsibilities of Pharmacy Employees
Facilities, Equipment, and Supply
Inventory Management3 Topics
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Lesson Content
Inventory Management and Suitable Alternatives for Ordering
Medication Quality Control System Requirements
Inventory Control Practices, Record Keeping, and Physical Inventories
Administrative and Management
Health and Wellness
Billing and Reimbursement4 Topics
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Lesson Content
Characteristics of Reimbursement Policies and Plans
Strategies to Resolve Third-Party Rejected Claims
Reimbursement Models and Procedures to Coordinate Benefits
Level-of-Service Billing
Tell Us What You Think
PTCB Course Feedback
Bonus Content
Guide to Effective Studying6 Topics
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Lesson Content
Where and How to Study
Scheduling Study Time
Reading Methods
Taking Notes
Health
Exam Day
How to Overcome Test Anxiety
PTCB Flashcards

Practice Tests

Practice Test 1
PTCB Practice Test 1
Practice Test 2
PTCB Practice Test 2
Practice Test 3
PTCB Practice Test 3
Practice Test 4
PTCB Practice Test 4
Practice Test 5
PTCB Practice Test 5
Practice Test 6
PTCB Practice Test 6
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PTCB Exam Study Course by Mometrix

Covers:

  • Medications
  • Federal Requirements
  • Patient Safety and Quality Assurance
  • Order Entry and Processing
  • State Requirements and Practice Standards
  • Inventory Management
  • Billing and Reimbursement

Features:

Study Guide

Get access to content from the best-reviewed study guide available.

Track Your Progress

Our customized course allows you to check off content you have studied or feel confident with.

6 Full-Length Practice Tests

With 500+ practice questions and lesson reviews, you can test yourself again and again to build confidence.

Flashcards

Our course includes a flashcard mode consisting of 325 content cards.
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