Even retirees whose former employers continue to offer coverage until Medicare kicks in at age 65 can expect a bit of sticker shock. As health-care costs continue to rise, companies are reducing coverage or requiring retirees to pay more.
Education Law requires that registered pharmacists complete continuing education. A minimum of 45 contact hours (at least 23 live) is required in each three-year registration period. As of September 1, 2003, the 45 hours required must include at least 3 credits (home study or live) of formal continuing education on strategies and techniques to reduce medication and prescription errors.
Link to Board Rules for CE Requirements. To renew an active pharmacist license, the pharmacist must obtain and report proof of completion of 30 contact hours (3.0 CEUs) of approved continuing education during the previous license period, one hour of which must be related to Texas pharmacy laws or rules.