CPhT
Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential
| Stands for | Certified Pharmacy Technician |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
CPhT stands for Certified Pharmacy Technician, a healthcare credential abbreviation.
Credential for pharmacy technicians who pass a national certification exam, most commonly from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Technicians prepare and dispense medications under pharmacist supervision.
Example: IV room CPhT compounded sterile products per USP 797.
Usage notes
PTCB requires completing an approved training program or equivalent work experience. The National Healthcareer Association's ExCPT exam also leads to CPhT. Many states require registration or certification, and advanced roles such as sterile compounding have additional credentials.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.