Pharmacy technicians who have taken the American Pharmacists Association immunization certificate training program may notice that certificates are set to expire three years after course completion. The Board of Pharmacy has yet to approve rules allowing pharmacy technicians to vaccinate. Under current authority through the PREP Act, technicians must complete two hours of immunization-related continuing education in the licensing period but do not need to retake an immunization training course.
Also in Tennessee, the Department of Health (TDH) issued a news release reminding Tennesseans to “protect themselves and their loved ones against the worst symptoms of viral respiratory illnesses, from the common cold to influenza.” TDH urges the public to consult trusted health providers to find the best vaccination options.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.