If a pharmacist exceeds the 30-hour CE requirement, can those extra hours carry over to the next biennium?

In Indiana, pharmacists are required to complete a specific number of continuing education (CE) hours within a biennium to maintain their licensure. The rule is that any continuing education hours that exceed the 30-hour requirement in a given biennium do not carry over to the next biennium. This means that if a pharmacist completes more than the mandated number of hours, those extra hours cannot be counted toward the CE requirements for the following period.

This policy is in place to ensure that the focus remains on education relevant to the specific biennial cycle, rather than allowing pharmacists to stockpile their CE hours from one cycle to use in subsequent ones. It emphasizes consistent and ongoing education that aligns with current practices and developments in pharmacy. This clarity helps pharmacists effectively plan their education commitments within each licensure cycle.