Supply Chain and Inventory Mgmt Cert (PTCB) - Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate
- Cost $89
- Perpetual
COURSE FORMAT
About
The Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is tailored for pharmacy technicians who specialize in managing pharmaceutical inventory and the supply chain in pharmacy settings. This certification demonstrates a technician’s expertise in inventory management, supply chain logistics, procurement processes and effective management of pharmaceutical products and supplies. Earning this certificate also takes candidates one step closer to becoming a PTCB Advanced Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT-Adv).
Eligibility
Hold an active PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Credential
Complete a PTCB-Recognized Supply Chain and Inventory Management Education/Training Program
Completion Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Cost:
$89 Application & Exam Fee
$20 Exam Authorization Extension
All fees are nonrefundable
Course Format
Exam Format
The Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate exam is a computer-based test consisting of 75 multiple-choice questions. Candidates have 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete the exam, but the total appointment time is 1.5 hours to leave time for a pre-exam tutorial and post-exam survey.
Topics on the Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate exam include:
Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines (37%)
Inventory Management, Documentation and Recording Keeping (35%)
Types of Suppliers and Supply Chain Entities (28%)
The Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate exam receives a scaled score between 0 to 400, with 300 or higher required to pass. Candidates receive their official score report immediately following completion of the exam. Passing candidates can download their certificate through the Credley Platform and receive a digital badge and certificate of achievement. Unsuccessful candidates may retake the exam after paying the full exam fee again without any waiting period between attempts.
The Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate Exam is administered in person at more than 1,400 Pearson Professional Centers nationwide.
The Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate Exam is administered through online proctored testing through Pearson VUE.
Certification
Application Process
Apply through online PTCB Account
Wait for email with authorization to schedule exam
Renewal
The Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate program doesn’t require renewal.
Continuing Education
Continuing education is required to maintain PTCB CPhT Certification but not to maintain the Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate.
Other Resources
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Frequently asked questions
Can I earn a PTCB Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate online?
Yes you can earn a PTCB Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate online.
What organization offers the Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate?
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) offers the Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate.
How many questions are on the PTCB Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate exam?
The PTCB Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate exam consists of 75 multiple-choice questions. Candidates have 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete the computer-based exam.
Do I need to renew my PTCB Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate?
No you don't need to renew your PTCB Supply Chain and Inventory Management Certificate.