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title: NHA News and Media Information | Regulatory Udates
description: Regulatory Udates | News, releases and media contact information for National Healthcareer Association.
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# NHA News Center
## [What is Workforce Pell and Why Does it Matter?](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/what-is-workforce-pell-and-why-does-it-matter)
Posted by [Kurt Burkum Ph.D., Senior Director Government Relations](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/kurt-burkum-ph-d-senior-director-government-relations) on December 2025
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In a recent LinkedIn post, Kurt Burkum, Senior Director of Government Relations at Ascend Learning, shares his insights on the upcoming new Workforce Pell program. His post covers who this program will benefit, and what implementation will likely involve. This includes highlighting how Workforce Pell can support short-term, career-focused training for learners aiming to join the healthcare workforce.
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## [Colorado Will Now Require Certification for Pharmacy Technicians](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/colorado-requires-pharm-tech-certification-0)
Posted by [Jessica Langley](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jessica-langley) on July 2019
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In June of this year, the Governor of Colorado signed into law new pharmacy technician requirements. Pharmacy technicians practicing in Colorado on or after March 30, 2020, will be required to obtain certification from the State Board of Pharmacy (the “Board”). To be approved by the Board, a pharmacy technician must:
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## [Arizona Medical Board Revised Medical Assistant Rules](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/arizona-medical-board-revised-medical-assistant-rules)
Posted by [Jessica Langley](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jessica-langley) on March 2019
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Beginning in 2017 the Arizona Medical Board began reviewing the existing rules regarding training requirement for Medical Assistants (MA). During this review process, the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) was provided an opportunity to speak with the Board’s staff about the value of accredited certification and the various training pathways to entry into the Medical Assistant profession.
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## [South Carolina Board of Pharmacy Approves the ExCPT](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/south-carolina-board-of-pharmacy-approves-the-excpt)
Posted by [Jessica Langley](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jessica-langley) on April 2018
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On Wednesday, March 14, the **South Carolina Board of Pharmacy approved the ExCPT**. Here are some important details:
- Effective immediately, pharmacy technicians can submit their ExCPT certificates for registration by the Board as a SC State Certified Pharmacy Technician.
- Technicians must first register as a SC Pharmacy Technician.
- Along with proof of certification, candidates must also submit a certificate or diploma from an ASHP accredited training program and an affidavit documenting 1,000 hours of practice in a pharmacy under a licensed pharmacist to become registered with the state as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
To learn about eligibility requirements, click [here](https://www.nhanow.com/docs/default-source/pdfs/handbooks/nha-candidate-handbook4d5de88694956aeb8535ff0f00b0a11e.pdf?sfvrsn=2). For general information on the ExCPT exam, you can [learn more](https://www.nhanow.com/certifications/pharmacy-technician) on nhanow.com.
Questions? Contact your NHA representative or the [South Carolina Board of Pharmacy](http://www.llr.state.sc.us/pol/pharmacy/index.asp?file=pub.htm).
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## [Ohio Pharmacy Technician Regulation Reminder](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/ohio-pharmacy-technician-regulation-reminder)
Posted by [Jessica Langley](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jessica-langley) on January 2018
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The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy has begun accepting pharmacy technician registration applications. Per Ohio law, all pharmacy technicians practicing in Ohio must be registered with the Board by **April 6, 2018**.
Registration of technicians involves the processing of application materials by Board of Pharmacy staff. Due to the high volume of expected applicants, it is strongly recommended that individuals apply for registration by **March 1, 2018**. Submission of applications and application materials by **March 1, 2018** will ensure that existing technicians can be registered by the required deadline of **April 6, 2018.**
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## [Pharmacy Technician Certification in Vermont](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/pharmacy-technician-certification-in-vermont)
Posted by [Jessica Langley](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jessica-langley) on April 2017
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Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhTs) now have the opportunity to be recognized for their professional role and as a valued member of the pharmacy team. Prior to 2016, pharmacy technician’s duties and responsibilities were lumped into one category, which stated that an individual performing those duties did not have to document formal edu.png?width=350&name=Screen%20Shot%202017-04-19%20at%2010.50.41%20AM%20(2).png)cation, training or
certification.
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## [National Healthcareer Association Gains Texas Approval for Pharmacy Technician Certification Program](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/texas-approves-nha-pharmacy-certification-program)
Posted by [Jeremy Sasser](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jeremy-sasser) on February 2017
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***Texas professionals will have another certification option in growing field***
**LEAWOOD, Kan. (February 13, 2017)** – The state of Texas has approved the National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) [Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians](http://www.nhanow.com/certifications/pharmacy-technician) (ExCPT®) as a certification meeting the professional requirements of this growing field. Prior to the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (the Board) approving the ExCPT on February 7, the state recognized only one certification program.
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## [NHA Gains Arizona Approval for Pharmacy Technician Certification Program](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/arizona-approves-nha-pharmacy-certification-program)
Posted by [Jeremy Sasser](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jeremy-sasser) on December 2016
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***Arizona professionals now have another certification option in growing field***
**LEAWOOD, Kan. (December 6, 2016)** – The state of Arizona now recognizes National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) [Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT®)](http://www.nhanow.com/certifications/pharmacy-technician) as an approved certification, meeting the licensure requirements of this growing field. Prior to the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy (the Board) approving the ExCPT on November 17, the state recognized only one certification program.
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## [California Approves National Healthcareer Association Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/california-approves-nha-pharmacy-technician-exam)
Posted by [Jeremy Sasser](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jeremy-sasser) on November 2016
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***California professionals now have another certification option in growing field***
**LEAWOOD, Kan. (November 2, 2016)** – The state of California now recognizes National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) [Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT®)](http://www.nhanow.com/certifications/pharmacy-technician) as a pathway to licensure in this growing field. Prior to the California State Board of Pharmacy (the Board) approving the ExCPT on October 27, the state accepted only one such certification option.
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## [Nevada Medical Assisting Proposed Regulation](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/nevada-medical-assisting-proposed-regulation)
Posted by [Jessica Langley](https://info.nhanow.com/mediacenter/author/jessica-langley) on September 2016
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The Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners is considering a proposed amendment to its medical assistant regulations. The proposed changes include the following:
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