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

Overview of the Session

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

Specific Guidelines on Schedule II Drugs

• 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.

Professional Responsibilities

• 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.

Registration and Compliance Details

• 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.

Registration Requirements

• 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.

Compliance and Ethics

• 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.

International Graduates and Conditional Registers

• 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.

Practical Training and Requirements for Students

• 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.

First Aid and CPR Training

• 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.

Conclusion

• 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.