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Key Facts: ExCPT Exam
65-70%
First-Time Pass Rate
NHA estimate
390/500
Passing Score
Scaled score
60-80 hrs
Study Time
Recommended
55%
Dispensing Process
Largest domain
$117-129
Exam Fee
NHA
2h 10m
Time Limit
NHA
The ExCPT has 120 total questions (100 scored + 20 pretest) with a 2 hour 10 minute time limit. A scaled score of 390 (out of 500) is required to pass. The Dispensing Process domain (55%) is the largest section. The exam is administered at PSI testing centers or via online proctoring. NHA certification is recognized in most states.
Sample ExCPT Practice Questions
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1Which federal law requires pharmacists to offer counseling to Medicaid patients?
2Under HIPAA, Protected Health Information (PHI) may be disclosed without patient authorization for which of the following purposes?
3The Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951 established which important distinction?
4The Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) requires child-resistant containers for most medications. Which of the following is an exception?
5Which federal law restricts the sale of pseudoephedrine and requires purchasers to show photo ID and sign a logbook?
6A pharmacy technician notices that a coworker is discussing a patient's medication history in the break room with non-pharmacy staff. This is a potential violation of:
7The Kefauver-Harris Amendment of 1962 requires drug manufacturers to prove which of the following before a drug can be marketed?
8Under OBRA-90, which task must a pharmacist perform before dispensing a new prescription to a Medicaid patient?
9The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) requires pharmacies to maintain which documentation for drug products they receive?
10When federal and state pharmacy laws conflict, which standard applies?
About the ExCPT Exam
The ExCPT is administered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and certifies pharmacy technicians for retail and hospital pharmacy settings. It covers pharmacy law, the dispensing process, and drugs/drug therapy.
Exam sponsor: NHA (PSI testing centers). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
2 hours 10 minutes
Passing Score
390/500 scaled
Reported exam pass rate: ~65-70%. for first-time test-takers This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Overview and Laws
Pharmacy law, controlled substances, federal regulations, scope of practice
Dispensing Process
Prescription processing, calculations, compounding, billing, inventory, medication safety
Drugs and Drug Therapy
Drug classifications, top drugs, interactions, OTC medications
Preparing for the ExCPT Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 390/500 scaled
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Exam / certification fees: $117-129 Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
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ExCPT: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ExCPT pass rate?
The ExCPT has an estimated 65-70% first-time pass rate. The exam has 120 total questions (100 scored, 20 pretest) and requires a scaled score of 390 out of 500. The Dispensing Process domain at 55% is by far the largest section.
How many questions are on the ExCPT?
The ExCPT has 120 total questions: 100 scored and 20 unscored pretest questions. You have 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes). Questions are multiple-choice covering pharmacy law, dispensing processes, and drug therapy.
Is ExCPT or PTCE better?
Both certifications are valid, but PTCE (PTCB) is more widely recognized and accepted in all 50 states. ExCPT (NHA) is accepted in most states and may be preferred by some employers, especially in the NHA network. Check your state requirements and employer preferences before choosing.
How long should I study for the ExCPT?
Plan for 60-80 hours over 4-6 weeks. Focus heavily on the Dispensing Process (55% of the exam), especially pharmacy calculations, prescription processing, and medication safety. Master the top 200 drugs and controlled substance schedules.
How hard is the ExCPT?
The ExCPT is considered moderately difficult. The Dispensing Process section (55%) requires thorough knowledge of calculations, compounding, and insurance billing. Pharmacy law (25%) tests controlled substance schedules and federal regulations. With 60-80 hours of study, most candidates pass.