Nebraska Board of Pharmacy |
CE Requirements

Nebraska Board of Pharmacy licensees must renew their licenses biennially to maintain the right to practice. Renewal applications are due by January 1 of even-numbered years. The biennial license renewal fee is $178.

Biennial Continuing Education Requirements

The Nebraska Board of Pharmacy requires 30 continuing education (CE) hours to be completed every 2 years prior to the renewal date of January 1. These education hours may be completed in a live or home study setting.

Section 172-128-004: RENEWAL, WAIVER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION, AND INACTIVE STATUS

The individual must meet the requirements set out in 172 NAC 10 and this chapter.

004.01 CREDENTIAL EXPIRATION DATES. All pharmacist licenses issued by the Department expire on January 1 of each even-numbered year. All pharmacy technician registrations issued by the Department expire on January 1 of each odd-numbered year. Pharmacist intern registrations are not renewable and expire as set out in Neb. Rev. Stat. § 38-2854.

Section 172-128-005: CONTINUING COMPETENCY

During the 24 months prior to the license renewal date, individuals holding active licenses must complete 30 of continuing education hours from an approved continuing education provider.

005.01 APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDERS. 

The following are approved continuing education providers:

(A) The Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE);

(B) The Nebraska Council for Continuing Pharmacy Education (NCCPE);

(C) The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Category 1 continuing education; or

(D) Other providers demonstrating the same quality continuing education standards as those established in the Criteria for Quality of Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and approved by the Board of Pharmacy.

005.02 PHARMACY SPECIALTY CERTIFICATION. Certification in a specialty through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties which is obtained or maintained during the renewal period meets the requirement for continuing competency.

005.03 DIABETES EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION. Certification through the National Certification Board of Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) which is obtained or maintained during the renewal period meets the requirement for continuing competency.

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

The Nebraska Board of Pharmacy does allow for licensure by reciprocity for pharmacists if licensed in another state/territory. The applicant must: 

• Pass the Nebraska MPJE with a score of at least 75

• Complete and submit the NABP Application for Licensure Transfer 
• Complete and submit the Nebraska Application for a Pharmacist License
• Provide proof of US citizenship/lawful presence 
• Have their respective college of pharmacy mail an official transcript to the Board
• Pay any application fees by check or money order (see Nebraska Application for a Pharmacist License for applicable licensing fee)

Additionally, if the applicant has had any prior misdemeanors or felonies, they must submit a copy of the court record, an explanation of events, and a letter from the applicant’s probation officer if applicable.

The Nebraska State Board of Pharmacy requires a minimum of 30 continuing education hours every 2 years. The CE requirement must be fulfilled by the renewal date of January 1.

A pharmacist license may be obtained through examination or reciprocity. To obtain licensure via examination, the applicant must:

• Pass the NAPLEX and Nebraska MPJE with a score of at least 75

• Complete and submit the Nebraska Application for a Pharmacist License 
• Provide proof of US citizenship/lawful presence 
• Have their respective college of pharmacy mail an official transcript to the Board
• Pay any application fees by check or money order (see Nebraska Application for a Pharmacist License for applicable licensing fee)

Additionally, if the applicant has had any prior misdemeanors or felonies, they must submit a copy of the court record, an explanation of events, and a letter from the applicant’s probation officer if applicable.

For additional information concerning requirements and steps to licensure, visit the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Navigate to the Licensing Homepage and choose the “Pharmacy Professions” option from the “Professions and Occupations” tab. 

While Nebraska does not mandate live continuing education (CE) hours for pharmacist license renewal, opting to engage in them can provide substantial benefits. Joining live online CE sessions enables you to engage in a multitude of educational opportunities for professional development.

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