Pharmacists · Washington · Continuing education
Washington Pharmacist CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- Pharmacist: 30 hours every 2 years, including 3 h suicide prevention (once), 1 h health equity; renewal by your birthday.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Washington Pharmacist CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Birthday
- Reporting
- Other
- Renewal deadline
- By your birthday
- Accepted credit
- ACPE-accredited CE providers (health equity training may also come from the department's approved list; suicide training from the department's model list)
- Renewal fee
- $530
- Carryover
- Not allowed.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Suicide preventionOne-time suicide screening and referral training by the end of the first full renewal cycle after initial licensure | 3 | once |
| Health equity | 1 | every renewal |
Good to know. Renews every two years on the birthday. Pharmacists must register with the commission-designated CPE tracking program (reporting = other).
Source: app.leg.wa.gov · WAC 246-945-178; WAC 246-945-990 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
How many CE hours do pharmacists need in Washington?
30 hours every 2 years.
Which CE courses count for pharmacists in Washington?
ACPE-accredited CE providers (health equity training may also come from the department's approved list; suicide training from the department's model list).
How do I verify a pharmacist license in Washington?
Use the license lookup of the Washington Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/pharmacy-professions); 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 Washington?
Suicide prevention — 3 h (once); Health equity — 1 h (every renewal).
When is the renewal deadline for pharmacists in Washington?
Licenses renew by your birthday (2 years cycle).