How does the Board ensure compliance with continuing education requirements?

The Board ensures compliance with continuing education requirements primarily through random audits. This process involves selecting a group of pharmacists at random to review their continuing education records and confirm that they have met the necessary requirements for maintaining their licensure. The use of random audits helps to uphold the integrity of the profession and ensures that all pharmacists are consistently engaging in professional development and staying current with advancements in their field. By conducting these audits, the Board can effectively monitor compliance and take corrective actions as needed, promoting both public safety and professional accountability.

Other approaches, such as self-reports from pharmacists, could introduce variability in the accuracy of reported data, while monthly meetings and annual evaluations do not serve the purpose of systematically verifying compliance with education requirements amongst all licensed pharmacists. Random audits are a robust method for maintaining standards within the pharmacy profession.