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This informational reference map is being presented to assist you in keeping updated on your state's compliance status with USP Chapter 797 and continuing education (CE) renewal requirements through a research project conducted by CriticalPoint, LLC and NABP.
West Virginia Board of Pharmacy
STATE <797> Compliance Survey
Does the state have specific language requiring compliance with USP 797? Yes
What is regulation cited and verbiage used? Title 15 Legislative Rule - West Virginia Board of Pharmacy - Series 1 Board of Pharmacy Rules - Regarding Licensure and the Practice of Pharmacy - Chapter §15 1 15. Equipment, Facilities and Record Systems. Subchapter §15-1-16.3 The compounding environment for this practice shall be separate rooms set apart from all other activities. The environment shall facilitate controlled aseptic conditions and meet all standards of the United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP).
LICENSE AND TRAINING SURVEY RESULTS
How many hours of training are required for license renewal? 30
How often must you renew your license? Biennial
How many hours of didactic/live training are required for renewal? 6
How many hours of pharmacy law are required for license renewals? N/A
How many hours during the renewal period must be in Sterile Compounding? N/A
What is the state law reference number regarding license renewal training? Title 15 Legislative Rule - West Virginia Board of Pharmacy - Series 3 - Board of Pharmacy Rules for Continuing Education for Licensure of Pharmacists - Chapter §15-3-4
What is the name of this section heading? Continuing Pharmaceutical Education Requirements.
What is the verbiage regarding the renewal of license requirements? 4.1. Beginning July 1, 2002, a licensed pharmacist shall complete a minimum of thirty (30) continuing education hours every two years in order to renew his or her license to practice pharmacy in West Virginia and each reporting period thereafter.
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