Wisconsin Pharmacy Technician Requirement
As of April 2022, Wisconsin requires pharmacy technicians to be registered with the state. National certification and formal training are not required but may be preferred by employers.
How to Become a Pharmacy Technician
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Submit a pharmacy technician registration application to the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
- Pass a criminal background check
- (Optional) Complete a pharmacy technician training program
- (Optional) Pass the PTCE or ExCPT to become nationally certified
- Renew registration biennially
Pharmacy Technician Salary
Pharmacy technicians in Wisconsin typically earn $17–$21 per hour. Certified technicians and those in hospital or specialty roles may earn more.
State Registration Requirements
- Registration is required before working in any pharmacy
- No formal education or national certification is required by the state
- Employers may require training or certification based on job duties
- Pharmacy technicians must work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
- Registration must be renewed every two years
Continuing Education Requirements
- Wisconsin does not require CE for state registration renewal
- PTCB Certification requires 20 CE hours every 2 years, including 1 hour in Pharmacy Law and 1 hour in Patient Safety
Summary
Wisconsin pharmacy technicians must register with the state but are not required to complete formal training or certification. Employers may set their own standards. CE is only required to maintain national certification.