Md. Code Regs. 10.34.18.06

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 10.34.18.06 - Accredited Continuing Education Programs

A. The Board and the following providers are approved for any programs they offer which otherwise qualify for continuing education (CE) credit:

(1) American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE);

(2) Schools of pharmacy accredited by ACPE;

(3) Food and Drug Administration (FDA);

(4) Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA); and

(5) Additional providers of programs approved by the Board.

B. Procedures for Approval of Additional Programs.

(1) An additional provider shall request approval for an individual program by submitting a Board application at least 60 days before the date of offering of their individual program.

(2) An approval request shall fulfill the program requirements set forth in Health Occupations Article, § 12-309(g), Annotated Code of Maryland.

(3) An approval request shall include a description of course work including:

(a) Measurable learning objectives;

(b) A course outline; and

(c) Self-assessment questions.

(4) The Board's decision to approve or disapprove a program is final.

C. Record Keeping for Providers of Approved Programs.

(1) Providers of approved programs shall maintain program records for 3 years from the date of presentation of the program.

(2) Providers of approved programs of CE shall furnish a certificate of completion to participants who qualify. The provider shall include the:

(a) Name of the participant;

(b) Name of the provider;

(c) Title of the course;

(d) Number of CE hours;

(e) Date of completion; and

(f) A program identification number or provider number on the certificate.

D. The Board may rescind approval of a CE program if it determines that the program no longer meets the requirements of Health Occupations Article, § 12-309, Annotated Code of Maryland.

Md. Code Regs. 10.34.18.06

Regulation .06A amended effective July 3, 1995 (22:13 Md. R. 967)