Rhode Island Pharmacist CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Pharmacist license in Rhode Island you need to satisfy the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy (Rhode Island Department of Health)'s continuing education (CE) requirement — about 30 hours per 2-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 Rhode Island requires for Pharmacist renewal
| CE hours required | 30 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy (Rhode Island Department of Health) |
Pharmacists must complete at least 15 hours (1.5 CEUs) of continuing education each calendar year from a recognized provider, totaling 30 hours per biennial cycle. At least 5 of the 15 annual hours must be earned in a live/classroom setting. Immunizing pharmacists must complete 1 hour of immunization training each year. CE must comply with the state regulations (216-RICR-40-15-1, Section 1.5.15), which include a pharmacy law CE component. Pharmacists in a collaborative practice agreement and those prescribing hormonal contraceptives have additional CE/training obligations. Recent graduates (within the past year) are exempt for that year. Pharmacists sign an affidavit at renewal attesting to completion and must retain CE certificates for two years for possible Department review.
Full Pharmacist renewal guide for Rhode Island (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Rhode Island 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.
Rhode Island Pharmacist CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Pharmacist license in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island requires about 30 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. Pharmacists must complete at least 15 hours (1.5 CEUs) of continuing education each calendar year from a recognized provider, totaling 30 hours per biennial cycle. At least 5 of the 15 annual hours must be earned in a live/classroom setting. Immunizing pharmacists must complete 1 hour of immunization training each year. CE must comply with the state regulations (216-RICR-40-15-1, Section 1.5.15), which include a pharmacy law CE component. Pharmacists in a collaborative practice agreement and those prescribing hormonal contraceptives have additional CE/training obligations. Recent graduates (within the past year) are exempt for that year. Pharmacists sign an affidavit at renewal attesting to completion and must retain CE certificates for two years for possible Department review.
Do online Pharmacist CE courses count in Rhode Island?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy (Rhode Island Department of Health). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Rhode Island Pharmacist CE?
Rhode Island generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy (Rhode Island Department of Health).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy (Rhode Island Department of Health). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy (Rhode Island Department of Health) site →