Specialist registration

Question 1

PSAB composition

Answer 1

• At least 6 pharmacists
• All members appointed by minister
• 3 year term

Question 2

PSAB meetings

Answer 2

Quorum of 3 members for any meeting

Question 3

Functions of PSAB

Answer 3

• Determine qualifications, experience & other conditions for specialist registration
• Define specialties
• Accredit training programs
• Certify persons for registration
• Recommend CPE programs
• Advise the council on any matters on specialist registration

Question 4

Eligibility for specialist registration

Answer 4

• Additional qualifications
• Valid specialty cert
• PGY1 & PGY2 recognised by PSAB
• Accumulated 1 year of specialty practice experience after residency training, in the 3 years preceding application

Question 5

Registration process for specialist

Answer 5

• PSAB issues certificate of eligibility
• SPC issues specialist registration cert