Pharmacist License Renewal in Vermont (2026)

Pharmacist license renewal in Vermont is handled by the Vermont Board of Pharmacy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State), which requires Pharmacist (RPh)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Vermont Pharmacist renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Pharmacist licenses are on a biennial cycle and expire July 31 of odd-numbered years. The individual expiration date is printed on the license; renewal applications open about six weeks before expiration and must be completed before the expiration date. Late renewals incur penalties.
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$145.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Vermont Board of Pharmacy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State)

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Continuing-education requirements for Pharmacists in Vermont

A minimum of 30 continuing education credits must be completed in the two years immediately preceding the renewal submission. At least 2 of those credits must cover an opioid/controlled-substance topic (e.g., abuse and diversion, safe use/storage/disposal of controlled substances; appropriate use of the Vermont Prescription Monitoring System; abuse/addiction risk assessment; pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic alternatives to opioids; medication tapering/cessation; or relevant state and federal opioid-prescribing laws). Pharmacists who administer immunizations must additionally complete at least 2 credits related to immunizations and maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support training. ACPE/ACPE-transcript or CE certificates are uploaded with the renewal. (The official February 2026 instructions do not specify a separate live-CE minimum; some third-party sources cite a 10-hour live requirement, which was not verified on the official page.)

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How to renew your Pharmacist license in Vermont

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Vermont Board of Pharmacy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State) portal.
Complete the required 30 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Vermont regulates pharmacists through OPR, not a standalone licensing site. Renewal fee $145 and the July 31 odd-year renewal date are confirmed on OPR's official fees/dates chart (updated 7/1/2025); the $155 figure shown beside the pharmacist line is the initial APPLICATION fee, not a renewal or late fee. The official renewal instructions state late renewals are subject to penalties but do not publish a specific dollar amount, so late_fee_usd is null. CE certificates/ACPE transcript are uploaded during renewal; no NABP CPE Monitor requirement is stated on the official instructions, so uses_ce_tracking is null. Pharmacist = license code 033 (distinct from technician 121 and intern 033-INTN).

Pharmacist license renewal in Vermont: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Pharmacist license in Vermont?

Vermont Pharmacist licenses renew every 24 months. Pharmacist licenses are on a biennial cycle and expire July 31 of odd-numbered years. The individual expiration date is printed on the license; renewal applications open about six weeks before expiration and must be completed before the expiration date. Late renewals incur penalties.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Pharmacist license in Vermont?

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per cycle. A minimum of 30 continuing education credits must be completed in the two years immediately preceding the renewal submission. At least 2 of those credits must cover an opioid/controlled-substance topic (e.g., abuse and diversion, safe use/storage/disposal of controlled substances; appropriate use of the Vermont Prescription Monitoring System; abuse/addiction risk assessment; pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic alternatives to opioids; medication tapering/cessation; or relevant state and federal opioid-prescribing laws). Pharmacists who administer immunizations must additionally complete at least 2 credits related to immunizations and maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support training. ACPE/ACPE-transcript or CE certificates are uploaded with the renewal. (The official February 2026 instructions do not specify a separate live-CE minimum; some third-party sources cite a 10-hour live requirement, which was not verified on the official page.) Confirm the current requirement with the Vermont Board of Pharmacy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State).

Can I renew my Vermont Pharmacist license online?

Yes — Vermont offers online renewal through the Vermont Board of Pharmacy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Vermont Pharmacist license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Vermont Board of Pharmacy (Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Secretary of State) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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