What does the report show after the mock?

Your report shows a pass/no-pass verdict with explanation, topic diagnosis, pacing notes, full question review with explanations, and a repair plan that links to the paid Anki deck on Gumroad for weak-topic drilling.

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Questions are original UniPrep2Go practice items aligned to published topic outlines — not leaked official exam questions.

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Free PTCB Pharmacy Technician Practice Test

This free PTCB pharmacy technician practice mock covers medications, federal requirements, patient safety, and order entry judgment. Use the topic report to decide whether to buy the PTCB Anki deck or the 2026 study guide next — not a recycled generic quiz bank.

Official-source aligned. Topic weights, timing, and pass rules follow published Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) outlines. Questions are original UniPrep2Go study aids — not leaked official items. Verify on the official site ↗

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Questions: 90
Time: 110 min
Pass target: 70%
Domains: 4
Exam body: PTCB / PTCE
Status: Live · free

PTCB / PTCE Mock practice test study cluster

Allied health certifications · PTCB / PTCE

PTCB / PTCE practice test

90 Q · 110 min · 70% target

Sample PTCB / PTCE Mock practice questions

These sample items mirror the domains in the timed PTCB / PTCE Mock mock. Correct answers and explanations unlock inside the practice session.

Sample 1
On the PTCB / PTCE Mock, what is a common brand name for Hydrocodone/APAP? Select the best answer.
- A. Generic: Fluticasone (inhaled). Class: Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS). Primary use: Asthma maintenance. Key note: Rinse mouth after inhalation; do not confuse with nasal fluticasone (Flonase).
- B. Glucotrol. Class: Sulfonylurea.
- C. Lasix. Class: Loop diuretic.
- D. Norco. Class: Opioid + APAP.
Sample 2
On the PTCB / PTCE Mock, what does "t.i.d." mean on a prescription sig? Select the best answer.
- A. Three times daily
- B. Child dose = age/(age+12)× adult dose when specified.
- C. Verify patient identity at pickup.
- D. Short beyond-use date after opening/reconstituting.
Sample 3
For the PTCB / PTCE Mock, patient safety: Error reporting culture? Select the best answer.
- A. Amber bag/light protection when required.
- B. Plain language; teach-back.
- C. Two drugs same class may duplicate.
- D. Report to fix systems not only blame.
Sample 4
For the PTCB / PTCE Mock, pharmacy law: NIOSH hazardous drugs? Select the best answer.
- A. Lowest abuse potential; some preparations may be OTC depending on state law (e.g. low-dose codeine cough syrups where permitted).
- B. Safe handling PPE for hazardous drugs.
- C. Report theft/loss of controls promptly.
- D. Not likely adverse consequences.
Sample 5
For the PTCB / PTCE Mock, patient safety: Fall risk sedatives? Select the best answer.
- A. Benzo + opioid increases falls elderly.
- B. Buy from licensed wholesalers only.
- C. Patient, drug, dose, route, time (+ documentation).
- D. Reconcile physical vs system.

What is the PTCB / PTCE Mock exam?

PTCB / PTCE Mock is an exam pathway administered under PTCB / PTCE. Modeled on the January 2026 PTCE outline: 90 questions, 110 minutes, domain weights (Medications 35%, Federal Requirements 18.75%, Patient Safety 23.75%, Order Entry 22.5%). Official PTCE pass is a scaled score of 1,400 — this mock uses a 70% diagnostic threshold. This UniPrep2Go page is an independent timed practice test — not official exam material.

Administered by: PTCB / PTCE (official site ↗)

Official resources: CPhT / PTCE exam overview · PTCE Content Outline (effective January 6, 2026, v1.4) · Pearson VUE — PTCE delivery (in-person only)

Who this exam is for

Pharmacy technician candidates, pharmacy tech students, and career changers preparing for the PTCE who want a timed baseline before buying prep courses or drilling flashcards.

How to prepare

Start with this free timed diagnostic to see which PTCB / PTCE Mock domains are weak, then review the published Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) outline on the official site and drill missed topics with the linked Anki deck before exam day.

Confirm current fees, eligibility, and scheduling with Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) before you book the real exam.

Topic outline

Core domains candidates usually study for PTCB / PTCE Mock: Medications, Federal Requirements, Patient Safety and Quality Assurance, Order Entry and Processing.

Medications
Federal Requirements
Patient Safety and Quality Assurance
Order Entry and Processing

About this free PTCB / PTCE practice test

A full-length PTCB / PTCE mock aligned to the January 2026 content outline: 90 questions, 110 minutes, and domain-weighted topic diagnosis across medications, federal requirements, patient safety, and order entry — sourced from the same validated item bank as the UniPrep2Go Anki deck.

Built for: Pharmacy technician candidates, pharmacy tech students, and career changers preparing for the PTCE who want a timed baseline before buying prep courses or drilling flashcards.

Topics on this practice test: Medications, Federal Requirements, Patient Safety and Quality Assurance, Order Entry and Processing.

90 timed multiple-choice questions
110-minute pacing target
70% pass threshold with topic breakdown
Full answer review after you submit

Free timed mock with full topic report — no signup. After your score, buy the linked Anki deck on Gumroad to drill weak topics with spaced repetition.

Buy PTCB Pharmacy Technician Anki deck to drill weak topics

Official Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) facts

Structure and domain weights candidates verify against the certifying body before exam day.

The PTCE (Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam) is the certification exam administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) in the United States. This page gives exam structure, the 2026 content outline, high-yield facts, and independent UniPrep2Go study products (not official PTCB material).

Questions: 90 multiple-choice (80 scored + 10 unscored pretest)
Time: 1 hour 50 minutes exam time (~2 hours total with 5-minute tutorial and 5-minute post-exam survey)
Passing score: 1,400 scaled score
Scoring: 1,000–1,600 scaled score
Delivery: In-person at Pearson VUE test centers nationwide (PTCE online proctoring suspended December 12, 2025)
Administered by: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Knowledge domains and weights

Domain	Weight
Medications	35.00%
Federal Requirements	18.75%
Patient Safety and Quality Assurance	23.75%
Order Entry and Processing	22.50%

What changed in the current exam cycle

January 2026 outline weights: Medications 35%, Federal Requirements 18.75%, Patient Safety and Quality Assurance 23.75%, Order Entry and Processing 22.50% (PTCE Content Outline v1.4, August 2024).
Federal Requirements increased from 12.5% and Medications decreased from 40% versus the pre-January 2026 PTCE content outline.
Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) traceability is listed under Federal Requirements (section 2.6) in the January 2026 outline.
The January 2026 PTCE Content Outline does not include dedicated compounding or alligation knowledge areas.

High-yield facts (commonly tested)

DEA Schedule II drugs: no refills permitted; a new prescription is required each time (e.g., oxycodone, amphetamines, methylphenidate).
DEA Schedules III–IV: up to 5 refills within 6 months if authorized.
The five rights of medication safety: right patient, drug, dose, route, time.
High-alert medications include insulin, anticoagulants, opioids, and chemotherapy agents.
Refrigerated vaccine storage range: 2–8 °C with documented daily minimum and maximum temperatures.
Days supply = quantity dispensed ÷ doses per day.
IV flow rate (mL/hr) = total volume ÷ infusion time in hours.
Percent strength: % w/v = grams per 100 mL; % w/w = grams per 100 g.
Weight conversion: 1 kg = 2.2 lb (divide pounds by 2.2 for kilograms).
DSCSA requires traceability of prescription drugs through the supply chain.

Verify current exam fees, scheduling, and administrative details at ptcb.org/credentials/certification/certified-pharmacy-technician/. Independent study aid — not official exam material.

PTCB / PTCE practice test — quick answers

Is there a free PTCB / PTCE practice test?

Yes — UniPrep2Go hosts a free online PTCB / PTCE practice test with 90 timed questions, 110 minutes, a 70% pass target, topic scoring, and a full answer review report. Free timed practice test.

How many questions are on this free PTCB / PTCE practice test?

This UniPrep2Go practice test has 90 multiple-choice questions timed against a 110-minute target. Modeled on the January 2026 PTCE outline: 90 questions, 110 minutes, domain weights (Medications 35%, Federal Requirements 18.75%, Patient Safety 23.75%, Order Entry 22.5%). Official PTCE pass is a scaled score of 1,400 — this mock uses a 70% diagnostic threshold.

What score do you need on this PTCB / PTCE practice test?

The pass target on this practice test is 70%. Your report also breaks down performance by topic so you can see weak areas before the real exam.

Who should take this PTCB / PTCE practice test?