Who serves as the secretary of the CE advisory task force?

The executive director of the Board of Pharmacy (BOP) serving as the secretary of the continuing education (CE) advisory task force reflects the structure and responsibilities typically assigned within such committees. The executive director is often tasked with overseeing the operations of the board and ensuring that the task force functions effectively. This includes organizing meetings, documenting minutes, and ensuring that all relevant activities comply with the board's regulations and standards.

The role of the secretary is significant as it entails not only administrative duties but also a level of oversight and involvement in the decision-making processes related to CE. This positioning allows for continuity in communication between the task force and the Board of Pharmacy, as well as ensuring that the interests of the state’s pharmacy practice are represented.

In contrast, while the chair of the task force might lead discussions and set agendas, the chairman typically does not hold the secretarial role. A pharmacy technician, while a valuable member of the pharmacy community, does not typically serve in an administrative capacity at this level. The MSHP representative may contribute insights but also does not have the overarching administrative responsibilities of the executive director. Thus, it is the executive director of the BOP who is most appropriately positioned to serve as the secretary of the CE advisory task force.