Pharmacists · Mississippi · Continuing education
Mississippi Pharmacist CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- Pharmacist: 15 hours every year, including 2 h substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act); renewal by December 31.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Mississippi Pharmacist CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 15hours
- Renewal cycle
- 1 year
- Deadline
- Dec 31
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By December 31
- Accepted credit
- ACPE-approved programs or programs approved by the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy before presentation; CE accepted by another state's pharmacy board or by another approved health care regulatory agency for dual licensees
- Renewal fee
- $105
- Audits & records
- Proof of CE must reach the Board within 5 working days of a request.
- Renew online
- gateway.mbp.ms.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act)Opioid abuse and prevention or another drug-of-abuse / addiction-related issue | 2 | every renewal |
Alternatives & exemptions. Full-time students in a recognized school of the healing arts may get CE credit on proof of enrollment; extensions/waivers possible for active military.
Good to know. Annual license period Jan 1–Dec 31; renewal after Dec 31 costs a $50 late fee. At least 2 hours each year must be live (live webcasts count). Pharmacists must be registered PMP users. Fee: $100 + $5 impaired-pharmacist surcharge.
Source: www.mbp.ms.gov · Mississippi Board of Pharmacy Regulations, Article IV License Renewal and Continuing Education · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How many CE hours do pharmacists need in Mississippi?
15 hours every year.
How do pharmacists report CE in Mississippi?
By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
Which CE courses count for pharmacists in Mississippi?
ACPE-approved programs or programs approved by the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy before presentation; CE accepted by another state's pharmacy board or by another approved health care regulatory agency for dual licensees.
How do I verify a pharmacist license in Mississippi?
Use the license lookup of the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy (mbp.ms.gov); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
Which CE topics are mandatory for pharmacists in Mississippi?
Substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act) — 2 h (every renewal).
When is the renewal deadline for pharmacists in Mississippi?
Licenses renew by December 31 (1 year cycle).