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Kentucky Pharmacy CE Requirements
Kentucky pharmacists need 15 contact hours of continuing education every year. 1 state-mandated topic may apply, depending on the license and practice.
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Kentucky pharmacy license renewal
| Licenses covered | Pharmacist (RPh) [1] |
|---|---|
| CE required for renewal | Yes [1] |
| Hours per CE period | 15 contact hours [1] |
| CE period | Every year [2] |
| Renewal and reporting | Pharmacists must complete and certify 15 contact hours annually between March 1 and February 28 prior to license renewal. [2] |
| State-mandated topics | Opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder [2] |
This summary covers the licenses listed above. The topics below are selected verified requirements; consult the board’s full rules for all subjects and conditions.
State-mandated topics
- Opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder — 1 hour [2]
For licensing years 2023 through 2028, 1 contact hour of the 15 annual contact hours must be on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder.
Rules change, and your own license record decides your deadline. Confirm with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy ↗ before you renew.
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| Credential | Pharmacist |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Confirm the cycle and expiration date for your specific license with the board. |
| Verified fees | A current fee has not been confirmed in this guide. Check the board’s fee schedule before paying. |
| Renewal application | Board instructions |
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Source review dates · 2 sources
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- Board of Pharmacy | Contact Your Board | NABP Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Welcome - PHARMACY Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
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Kentucky pharmacy CE, answered
How many CE hours do Kentucky pharmacists need?
Kentucky pharmacists need 15 contact hours of continuing education every year. 1 state-mandated topic may apply, depending on the license and practice. Pharmacists must complete and certify 15 contact hours annually between March 1 and February 28 prior to license renewal.
Does Kentucky require specific CE topics for pharmacists?
Opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder (1 hours): For licensing years 2023 through 2028, 1 contact hour of the 15 annual contact hours must be on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder.
Do free online CE courses count in Kentucky?
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Sources & verification
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- Continuing Education - PHARMACY ↗pharmacy.ky.gov · HTML · Retrieved Oct 28, 2026
Quoted wording (3)
“on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder. Pharmacists should have proof of fifteen (15) hours of general pharmacy continuing education completed and certified by February 28, and prior to renewing their pharmacist license. Pharmacists shall keep valid records, receipts, and certifications of continuing pharmacy education programs completed”
“on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder. Pharmacists should have proof of fifteen (15) hours of general pharmacy continuing education completed and certified by February 28, and prior to renewing their pharmacist license. Pharmacists shall keep valid records, receipts, and certifications of continuing pharmacy education programs completed”
“on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder. Pharmacists should have proof of fifteen (15) hours of general pharmacy continuing education completed and certified by February 28, and prior to renewing their pharmacist license. Pharmacists shall keep valid records, receipts, and certifications of continuing pharmacy education programs completed”
- Title 201 Chapter 2 Regulation 015 • Kentucky Administrative Regulations • Legislative Research Commission ↗apps.legislature.ky.gov · HTML · Retrieved Oct 28, 2026
Quoted wording (3)
“shall:(a)Complete a minimum of one and five-tenths (1.5) CEU (fifteen (15) contact hours) annually between March 1 and February 28 of the subsequent year prior to licensing renewal; and(b)For licensing years 2023 through 2028, one (1) contact hour of the fifteen (15) contact hours shall be on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder; and(c)Not”
“shall:(a)Complete a minimum of one and five-tenths (1.5) CEU (fifteen (15) contact hours) annually between March 1 and February 28 of the subsequent year prior to licensing renewal; and(b)For licensing years 2023 through 2028, one (1) contact hour of the fifteen (15) contact hours shall be on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder; and(c)Not”
“subsequent year prior to licensing renewal; and(b)For licensing years 2023 through 2028, one (1) contact hour of the fifteen (15) contact hours shall be on the opioid epidemic or opioid use disorder; and(c)Not transfer or apply excess hours or units for future years.(2)A pharmacist may be granted a deferral on a year-to-year basis at the determination of the”