Connecticut Pharmacist CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Pharmacist license in Connecticut you need to satisfy the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Drug Control Division — Commission of Pharmacy's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 15 hours per 1-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Connecticut requires for Pharmacist renewal
| CE hours required | 15 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 12 months |
| Governing body | Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Drug Control Division — Commission of Pharmacy |
15 CE credits are required per calendar year (January 1 through December 31), where 1 credit/contact hour equals 0.1 CEU. At least 5 of the 15 credits must be earned at a live presentation, and at least 1 of the 15 credits must cover pharmacy law or drug law (federal or any state's, and may be written or live). The Commission accepts ACPE, CME, CNE, and State Board of Pharmacy programs. The official CE requirement document does not specify a separate opioid/controlled-substance or immunization CE mandate. Certificates of attendance must be retained for three years and are not submitted at renewal but must be provided on request (e.g., random audit or reinstatement).
Full Pharmacist renewal guide for Connecticut (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Connecticut Pharmacist CE course providers
- Power-Pak C.E.
Free and low-cost ACPE-accredited pharmacy CPE across clinical and law topics.
- Pharmacist's Letter (TRC Healthcare)
Subscription CPE plus drug-information resources for pharmacists.
- freeCE
Live and home-study ACPE pharmacy CPE, including law and immunization courses.
- CEimpact
ACPE-accredited pharmacy CPE subscriptions and certificate programs.
Connecticut Pharmacist CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Pharmacist license in Connecticut?
Connecticut requires about 15 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 15 CE credits are required per calendar year (January 1 through December 31), where 1 credit/contact hour equals 0.1 CEU. At least 5 of the 15 credits must be earned at a live presentation, and at least 1 of the 15 credits must cover pharmacy law or drug law (federal or any state's, and may be written or live). The Commission accepts ACPE, CME, CNE, and State Board of Pharmacy programs. The official CE requirement document does not specify a separate opioid/controlled-substance or immunization CE mandate. Certificates of attendance must be retained for three years and are not submitted at renewal but must be provided on request (e.g., random audit or reinstatement).
Do online Pharmacist CE courses count in Connecticut?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Drug Control Division — Commission of Pharmacy. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Connecticut Pharmacist CE?
Connecticut generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Drug Control Division — Commission of Pharmacy.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Drug Control Division — Commission of Pharmacy. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.