NC Board of Pharmacy, Pharmacist Licensing, Renewal, and CE Flashcards
How many members is the Board of Pharmacy composed of?
6 (5 licensed NC Rph and 1 public representative)
How many board members constitute a quorum?
4
How often does the Board of Pharmacy meet?
At least twice annually
Active Suspension
The pharmacist/technician/pharmacy does not practice during a specified amount of time
Stayed Suspension
Probation (the pharmacist/technician/pharmacy must not violate any pharmacy laws during a specified amount of time, but is allowed to practice)
Summary Suspension
Immediately suspends license before a hearing occurs
License Reinstatement requirements if:
Out of practice up to 2 years
- 10 hours CE/year out of practice (half live)
- pass NC MPJE
License Reinstatement requirements if:
Out of practice up to 5 years
- 500 hours internship
- 10 hours CE/year out of practice (half live)
- pass NC MPJE
License Reinstatement requirement if:
Out of practice >5 years
- 1500 hours experience
- pass NAPLEX
- pass NC MPJE
- appear before the board
CE Requirement
15 hours/year
- 5 hours must be “live”
How frequently are NC pharmacists’ licenses renewed?
Every year
How many attempts does an applicant have to pass the NAPLEX?
5
Within how many days must a pharmacist/technician notify the board when a change in name or place of employment occurs?
30 days
How long is a board member’s term?
5 years
How long is the grace period after missing the December 31st license renewal deadline?
60 days
