If a pharmacy technician needs to renew their registration after one year, what is necessary?

For a pharmacy technician in Virginia to renew their registration after one year, the correct action is to pay the reinstatement fee and complete an application. This requirement ensures that the technician remains compliant with the state’s regulations and maintains a record of their qualifications and employment status.

Paying a renewal fee alone is insufficient, as it does not involve the necessary application process or the formal acknowledgment of a technician's intent to continue in their role within the pharmacy. Simply submitting proof of employment does not address the regulatory requirements for renewal either, as it lacks the formal mechanism needed for the renewal process. Additionally, completing an oral examination is not a standard requirement for renewal; the process is more administrative than evaluative at that stage.

Renewing registration with an application and fee reinforces the importance of maintaining updated records and allows for verification that technicians continue to meet the standards set by the Virginia Board of Pharmacy.