Law Ethics and Professionalism-20230206_113247-Meeting Recording (1)

The focus is on New Brunswick regulations, with a significant note that approximately 50% of the upcoming jurisprudence test will cover these regulations.

Schedule II drugs, which must be stored behind the counter to limit public access but can be obtained without a prescription, are discussed.
Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Schedule II drugs via resources like NAPA, which allows searches by drug name or schedule.
Understanding the reasoning behind the classification of certain drugs as Schedule II can be useful for exam questions and practical scenarios in a pharmacy setting.

Registration fees and deadlines are outlined: all membership dues must be paid annually by November 30th. Pharmacy employees should ensure their fees are managed timely, regardless of employer payments.
Documentation such as continuing education credits, CPR, and first aid certifications must also be up-to-date for registration.
Late fees can apply if fees are unpaid, with amounts possibly reaching $250, which may result in the individual being removed from the register and prohibited from practicing.

The discussion covers the importance of maintaining valid CPR and first aid certifications, noting the contractual obligation pharmacists have akin to maintaining vehicle insurance.
Information regarding the different registers—active, non-active, and retired pharmacists—provides clarity on roles and responsibilities within the pharmacy profession. Special circumstances such as conditional registers are explained.

All individuals seeking registration must prove good character and provide documentation of citizenship or residency.
Graduation from an accredited pharmacy program is a must; students from non-accredited programs cannot apply for registration.
Continuous updates are expected regarding any changes to personal information that might affect registration status.

Transparency about any criminal charges, past complaints, or disciplinary actions is stressed, as failing to disclose relevant information may result in consequences.
The role of public knowledge regarding members' registration status, including the ability to perform specific medical tasks, is explained.

Special considerations for international pharmacy graduates are highlighted, particularly the extra steps necessary for registration.
Conditional registers may include members not meeting all licensing requirements but still need to be managed within frameworks set by the registry.

The session delineates requirements for practical training, with 14 weeks under a preceptor's supervision being mandatory for pharmacy technician students.
Emphasis is placed on accuracy in checking prescriptions, with the requirement to double-check 500 orders with a strict accuracy criterion.

The necessity of in-person first aid and CPR training is stressed, with a note on the impracticality of this requirement for experienced professionals.
The instructor shares personal frustrations and hopes for future changes to this training requirement.

The session concludes with a reminder about the importance of compliance and responsibility related to registration, certifications, and training.
Students are encouraged to take these requirements seriously to ensure their ability to practice effectively in the pharmacy profession.