Minnesota Pharmacist CE Requirements (2026)

01 In short

Pharmacist: 30 hours every 2 years; renewal by September 30 in even-numbered years.

Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026

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03 Requirements

Minnesota Pharmacist CE requirements at a glance

CE required: 30hours
Renewal cycle: 2 years
Deadline: Sep 30, even yrs
Reporting: Attestation

Renewal deadline: By September 30 in even-numbered years
Accepted credit: Programs from ACPE-approved or Board-approved providers; other pharmacy-related programs if the Board approves them (application within 90 days of completion)
Audits & records: Pharmacists keep their own CE records; audited licensees submit proof.

Good to know. License renews annually, but CE is reported every two years by Sept 30 of even-numbered years. Board may grant up to a one-year extension. No Minnesota-specific CE topics.

Source: www.revisor.mn.gov · Minn. R. 6800.1500, subp. 2 · checked Oct 28, 2026

04 Questions

How many CE hours do pharmacists need in Minnesota?

30 hours every 2 years.

How do pharmacists report CE in Minnesota?

By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.

Which CE courses count for pharmacists in Minnesota?

Programs from ACPE-approved or Board-approved providers; other pharmacy-related programs if the Board approves them (application within 90 days of completion).

How do I verify a pharmacist license in Minnesota?

Use the license lookup of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy (mn.gov/boards/pharmacy); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.

When is the renewal deadline for pharmacists in Minnesota?

Licenses renew by September 30 in even-numbered years (2 years cycle).