How to Renew an NHA ExCPT Certification
Need to renew your Pharmacy Technician certification? Learn the process in this step-by-step guide.
Note: NHA does accept transfer credits for Continuing Education (CE). View more on additional optional Professional Development Resources sponsored by NHA. You can also view more information on What can be used for Pharmacy CE's. Once your credits are completed, take the following steps to renew your certification.
Step 1: Log into your NHA Account at nhanow.com
• Go to the NHA website and sign into your NHA Account using your username and password.

Step 2: Upload Your External Continuing Education (CE)
• From the left‑hand menu, select “Upload External CE.”

• Complete the required fields:
◦ Title: Enter the name of your CE course(s)
◦ Hours Spent: Enter 20
◦ Supporting Documentation: Upload your CE certificates
▪ Must include:
▪ At least 1 hour in Pharmacy Law
▪ At least 1 hour in Patient Safety
▪ Please attach documentation for ALL 20 hours before selecting "Add item". You can drag and drop, or select "Browse" multiple times to attach more than one document.
• Click “Add Item(s).”
• Important:
Once uploaded, your CE will appear in your account as 10 credits.
Step 3: Renew Your Certification
• From the left‑hand menu, select “Renew Certifications.”
• Review your certification details.
• Click “Renew and Pay” to complete the renewal process.
