Wyoming BOARD OF PHARMACY | CE REQUIREMENTS | LIVE CERT

Last Updated: August 31, 2023

License Deadline: 12/31/2024

12 Hours

  • 10.5 General
  • 1.5 Controlled Substances

License Deadline: 12/31/2024

6 Hours

  • 6 General
 

45 Hours

  • 23 Hours Live
  • 19 Hours General
  • 3 Hours Medication Errors
  • No carry-over credit is allowed

12 Hours

  • 10 General
  • 2 Controlled Substances

45 Hours

  • 23 Hours Live
  • 19 Hours General
  • 3 Hours Medication Errors
  • No carry-over credit is allowed

45 Hours

  • 23 Hours Live
  • 19 Hours General
  • 3 Hours Medication Errors
  • No carry-over credit is allowed

45 Hours

  • 23 Hours Live
  • 19 Hours General
  • 3 Hours Medication Errors
  • No carry-over credit is allowed

Wyoming Board of Pharmacy

Wyoming CE Requirements For Pharmacists

Those looking to employ a licensee may verify their license by visiting this page on the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy website.

Pharmacists in the state of Wyoming may earn CE between January 1st and December 31st of each renewal year. A pharmacist’s license expires annually on December 31st and should be renewed 30 days prior to this date to avoid late fees and timely renewal.

Annual Continuing Education Requirements

 

Required Subject Area

Required Number of Hours

General Pharmacy CE

10.5

Responsible prescribing of controlled substances

1.5 

We cannot guarantee this is the most up-to-date version of this code section. Please refer to the Wyoming Code for the most accurate information.

Section 3. Continuing Pharmaceutical Education (CPE) Requirement for Pharmacists.      

             (a)      In accordance with W.S. § 33-24-121, all pharmacists must complete and report 12 hours of approved continuing pharmaceutical education (CPE) obtained during the previous license period in order to renew their license to practice pharmacy.

             (b)      Pharmacists are exempt from the CPE requirement for their first license renewal period.

             (c)       At least one and one-half (1.5) of the twelve (12) hours of CPE obtained in a licensing period must be related to the responsible prescribing of controlled substances, pursuant to W.S. § 33-24-121(d), which may include courses on pain management/opioids.

            (d)      At least one (1) hour of CPE must be related to immunizations for pharmacists who indicate they intend to administer immunizations on their license renewal application.

            (e)      Pharmacists are required to obtain the required CPE and have it reported into NABP’s CPE monitor in order to renew their license. If audited, failure to demonstrate evidence of completing the required CPE constitutes prima facie evidence of knowingly submitting false or misleading information to the Board for the renewal of a license and may subject the pharmacist to disciplinary action by the Board.

             (f)      CPE credits shall not be carried forward.

 

In order to obtain a license to practice in the state of Wyoming after previously being licensed in another state, a licensee must:

  • Pass the Wyoming MPJE
  • A background check is required in order to obtain reciprocity in the state of Wyoming. Applicants should email the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy at bop@wyo.gov with the following information:
    • Type of application being requested
    • Transfer of previous NAPLEX score
    • License number of license held in other state(s)
    • Current mailing address
  • The applicant must prove they are of good moral character and that they’ve been actively practicing at least a year prior to applying for licensure in Wyoming as well as proof of at least 400 hours of internship

12 contact hours of CE to include 1.5 hours on responsible prescribing of controlled substances annually (courses on pain management/opioids will satisfy this requirement).

  • At least 1 hour must focus on immunizations if administering immunizations.
  • 1 hour per renewal period may go towards their CE hours if taking an American Red Cross or American Heart Association approved CPR class that leads to certification.
  • 6 credit hours can count towards CPE if taking an ACLS class that leads to certification.
  • 6 credit hours can count towards their CPE if taking a PALS course that leads to certifications in Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

The CE must be approved by the Wyoming Pharmacy Act and the Board’s Rules and Regulations and accredited by ACPE. In the state of Wyoming, CE must be obtained between January 1 through December 31 of each renewal year and pay any required fees. Please note, credits cannot be carried forward to the next renewal period. Pharmacists are exempt from CE requirements during their first year of licensure in the state of Wyoming. All CPE will be monitored by utilization of the NABP’s CPE Monitoring Program.

  • Receive 1200 practical experience through internship
  • Graduate from a school/college of pharmacy approved by the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy
  • Take and pass the NAPLEX and Wyoming MPJE
  • A background check is required for both a new license in the state of Wyoming. In order to obtain the proper paperwork needed to fulfill this requirement, the applicant must email the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy at bop@wyo.gov and request the paperwork be mailed to them.
    • Include in this email that the applicant is requesting a new license application, your passed examination score, and current mailing address
  • Submit the paperwork, and required fees, to the Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy

Finding engaging and affordable online CE is important for pharmacists in Wyoming. It can be difficult to find what you need to meet the requirements that Wyoming has set forth. If you are looking for live online CE that covers the topics required by the state of Wyoming, like the responsible prescribing of opioids or immunization training, you can unlock unlimited access to feeCE’s live calendar by upgrading to a Gold Membership. At one low price, you may access all of the CE you will need to renew your license each year in one place saving you time, money, and energy searching for options that fit your needs. Explore freeCE’s packages here.

 

Currently, all CE for licensees in the state of Wyoming can be obtained through home study. freeCE has everything you need for success to study at home!

freeCE has a wide variety of Wyoming-approved CE activities. freeCE adds new content to the catalog regularly to allow you to meet your requirements yearly, but also choose activities that will interest you the most. freeCE activities are available both live and on-demands to cater to your needs.

Wyoming CE Requirements For Pharmacy Technicians

Each year in the state of Wyoming, the pharmacy technician’s license will expire on December 31st. In order to avoid any additional fees outside of the $50 annual renewal fee, the applicant should ensure a profile has been created on the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy website and follow the renewal process here. If the applicant wishes, a hard copy form may also be mailed in at: Mary K. Walker, Executive Director 1712 Carey Avenue, Ste 200 Cheyenne, WY 82002. If the applicant wishes to submit their form via mail this should take place 4-6 weeks ahead of time to allow for processing.
  • 6 hours per renewal year
  • Registered pharmacy technicians are exempt from CE requirements for the first year following licensure
  • If giving immunizations, pharmacy technicians must obtain 1 of the 6 hours in immunizations
  • CE must approved by ACPE, PTCB, ExCPT, or a program that the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education provides
  • 1 hour may be contributed to the 6 total hours if taking an American Red Cross or American Heart Association course for CPR that leads to certification
  • CE will be monitored using the NABP’s CPE Monitoring Program
  • May be home study
  • Renewal should occur on or before December 31st of each calendar year

 

Annual Continuing Education Requirements

Required Subject Area

Required Number of Hours

General Pharmacy Practice

Immunizations (if giving)

1



  • Applicants must complete a background check prior to licensure, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and complete necessary requirements needed for registration.
  • Applicants may choose to receive a Pharmacy Technician-in-Training registration. This will allow the technician-in-training to practice underneath a licensed pharmacist while they complete an approved pharmacy technician course.
  • To apply for licensure, applicants must take a PTCB or ExCPT exam and receive a passing score. This score should be forwarded to the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy accompanied by initial licensure application and required fees.

Pharmacy technicians have busy schedules and need a way to earn CE credit whenever and wherever. If you need CE fast, freeCE’s comprehensive catalog of on-demand is perfect for you. When you buy a freeCE unlimited CE package, you get 24-7 access to hundreds of hours of on-demand CE, with plenty of options designed especially to meet Wyoming pharmacy technicians’ needs.

freeCE’s on-demand continuing education activities come in a variety of formats including:

  • Webcasts: These video activities are perfect for technicians who enjoy both auditory and visual activities. These activities have many of the benefits of live CE but are available 24-7.
  • Monographs: These written activities are a great way to earn credit at whatever pace fits your needs. If you learn best by reading, freeCE’s monograph library has many activities for you.
  • Express CE: These bite-sized activities are designed so you can earn 0.25 hours of CE in 15 minutes. Perfect for fitting into a busy schedule, these activities let you earn credit between your daily tasks. 

 

If you want a convenient way to earn your CE fast, explore freeCE’s packages here.




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