10 Things Florida Techs Could Be Doing Instead of CE!
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and so is another important date for Florida pharmacy technicians: December 31. For pharmacy technicians, this date signifies more than just the end of the year. It is also the last chance to finish the State of Florida’s continuing education requirements.
Every two years, registered pharmacy technicians in Florida need to finish 20 hours of CE, including specific mandatory topics like HIV/AIDS and medication errors. Yet, many professionals find themselves scrambling in the final weeks to meet the requirement, stressed over fitting last-minute courses into an already hectic schedule.
Behind the Counter: Tell us about your favorite professor.
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Behind the Counter: Describe your teaching style.
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Behind the Counter: Tell us about one of your wildest memories from pharmacy school.
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Behind the Counter: What do you like most and least about your career?
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Behind the Counter: What is the most memorable or wild incident you can recall in your career?
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