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by Sacha Pharmd Koborsi-Tadros (Author)
Exam Blueprint Update: In January 2026, the PTCB introduced an updated exam blueprint for the PTCE exam. These updates went into effect after the publication of Barron's book. However, rest assured that Barron's PTCE: Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Premium remains an invaluable resource, providing expert review and targeted practice that focuses on topics likely to be seen on the PTCE exam.
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Author Biography
About the Author
Sacha Koborsi-Tadros, PharmD (Columbus, Ohio) is an instructor of both the Allied Health department and the Social and Human Services department at Columbus State Community College in Columbus, OH, and she has helped develop and instruct pharmacy technician courses to prepare students for certification. She has also instructed pharmacology courses (specializing in substance abuse prevention and treatment) and participated in professional board review courses. In addition, Dr. Koborsi-Tadros is a professional speaker, who has given presentations on pharmacy technician training, and she has received recognition by the PTCB (the nongovernmental agency that administers the PTCE exam) to serve as an advocate educator.
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