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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.
Louisiana Board of Pharmacy
STATE COMPLIANCE SURVEY RESULTS
Does the state have specific language requiring compliance with USP 797? No
Does the state have specific language requiring compliance with Sterile Compounding or Parenteral Preparations regulations? Yes
What is regulation cited and verbiage used? Louisiana Administrative Code (LAC) - Title 46 – Professional and Occupational Standards - Part LIII – Pharmacists - Chapter 25 – Prescriptions, Drugs, and Devices - Subchapter C. Compounding of Drugs - Sections 2531 - 2537
LICENSE AND TRAINING SURVEY RESULTS
How many hours of training are required for license renewal? 15
How often must you renew your license? Annually
How many hours of didactic/live training are required for renewal? 3
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? 1
What is the state law reference number regarding license renewal training? LA BReg 507.
What is the name of this section heading? Continuing Education Program
What is the verbiage regarding the renewal of license requirements? A minimum of 1.5 ACPE or board-approved CPE units, or 15 hours, shall be required each year as a prerequisite for pharmacist licensure renewal. Of this number, no less than 3/10 ACPE or board-approved CPE units, or three hours, shall be acquired through live presentations, as designated by ACPE or the board. Alternatively, should a pharmacist choose to not acquire at least 3/10 ACPE or board-approved CPE units, or three hours, through live presentations, then he shall acquire an additional 5/10 ACPE or board-approved CPE units, or five hours, through any other acceptable method, over and above the minimum requirement, for a total of two ACPE or board-approved CPE units, or 20 hours.
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