Minnesota Pharmacy Technician CE Requirements (2026)

01 In short

Pharmacy Technician: 20 hours every 2 years; renewal by July 31 in odd-numbered years.

Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026

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03 Requirements

Minnesota Pharmacy Technician CE requirements at a glance

CE required: 20hours
Renewal cycle: 2 years
Deadline: Jul 31, odd yrs
Reporting: —

Renewal deadline: By July 31 in odd-numbered years
Accepted credit: Approved continuing pharmacy technician education (ACPE-approved or Board-approved providers/programs), focused on technician competencies and duties

Good to know. Registration renews annually; 20 hours per two-year reporting period ending July 31 of odd-numbered years. Board may grant up to a one-year extension.

Source: www.revisor.mn.gov · Minn. R. 6800.1500, subp. 2a · checked Oct 28, 2026

04 Questions

Which CE courses count for pharmacy technicians in Minnesota?

Approved continuing pharmacy technician education (ACPE-approved or Board-approved providers/programs), focused on technician competencies and duties.

How many CE hours do pharmacy technicians need in Minnesota?

20 hours every 2 years.

How do I verify a pharmacy technician license in Minnesota?

Use the license lookup of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy (mn.gov/boards/pharmacy); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.

When is the renewal deadline for pharmacy technicians in Minnesota?

Licenses renew by July 31 in odd-numbered years (2 years cycle).