If a pharmacist graduated after 2003 wants to transfer their license, how many hours of practical experience do they need?

To transfer a pharmacy license, a pharmacist who graduated after 2003 is required to have completed 1,600 hours of practical experience. This requirement underscores the importance of hands-on experience in pharmacy practice, ensuring that transitioning pharmacists have a robust understanding of the profession's responsibilities and regulations.

The 1,600 hours of practical experience typically includes a combination of pharmacy internship hours accrued during their academic program and post-graduate training, ensuring that the pharmacist is well-prepared to meet the standards of practice in a new jurisdiction.

Understanding this requirement helps maintain the quality and safety of pharmacy services, as well as alignment with the standards established by regulatory bodies.