RxPrep MPJE (AL) State-specific
questions
How many members serve on the state board of pharmacy, and how long is each term of
service? - correct answer-5 members; 5-year terms
How many public members (non-pharmacists), and how many pharmacists serve on the
board of pharmacy? - correct answer-ALL pharmacists
-3 are appointed by governor: 1 in chain retail, 1 in independent pharmacy, 1 in hospital
pharmacy
-2 are elected by APA
What is the name of the agency that issues pharmacist licenses? - correct answer-Alabama
Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP)
What are the pharmacist licensure requirements? - correct answer--1500 hours of intern
hours; 400h must be obtained after 2nd year of school
-Scaled score of 75 on MPJE and NAPLEX
-State Board interview
How long does a pharmacist have to notify the board of a change in name, home address, or
employer? - correct answer-10 days for each
What are the CPE requirements (e.g. how many hours per renewal period, how long is the
renewal period, are live hours required, any specific CPE topic requirements)? - correct
answer-30h needed every 2 years (renewed on Dec. 31st of even years); 6h must be LIVE
How often in the pharmacist license renewed? - correct answer-December 31st every 2
years on EVEN years
If a pharmacist's license lapses, what action can be taken to reinstate the license - correct
answer-UNDER 5 years:
Pay the license renewal fee, then pay 10$/month penalty for every month lapsed (does NOT
exceed 5 years), 15 hours CE (3 LIVE) per year up to 5 years
OVER 5 years:
In order to get reinstated, be approved by the Board (satisfactory examination by the Board)
Are there any special requirements to become a nuclear pharmacist, consultant pharmacist
or other specialty pharmacist? - correct answer-NUCLEAR:
-200h of didactic training in a nuclear pharmacy
-500h of practical experience under the supervision of a licensed nuclear pharmacist
CONSULTANT:
-Complete initial 8h LIVE certification course with passing score of 75
,-Remain certified: Pharmacist must complete 8h every 2 years of LIVE consultant-approved
CE
Are preceptors required to register with the state board?
List any requirements to become a preceptor: - correct answer-They are NOT required to
register with the Board
*REQUIREMENTS:
-Express willingness to serve
-Been licensed for 2 years
-Complete Board-approved training once every 2 years
Do individuals need to submit fingerprints to register as an intern? - correct answer-NO
Are interns required to have a criminal background check? - correct answer-NO
Is there a maximum internship duration? - correct answer-Completion of pharmacy school
(november after graduation)
How many intern hours are required? - correct answer-1500 hours; 400h attained after
completing 2nd year, and 1100h during P4 year
For the 400h: Traditional pharmacy setting with Board-approved preceptor. Must work at
least 1h on any day; must be employed minimum 4h/week.
Is there a maximum pharmacist-intern supervision ratio? - correct answer-3 interns to 1
pharmacist
If applicable, what is the minimum age to become a pharmacy technician? - correct
answer-17 years old
Do technicians have to be licensed or registered? - correct answer-They register with the
Board; 17yo, of good moral character, submit background check
Renewal every 2 years on ODD years
List any exams or certifications required for all technicians - correct answer-Complete a
Board-approved training program within 6mo of registering and submit to Board within 10
days of completion
Are there different levels of pharmacy technicians based on certification or training? - correct
answer-NO
If applicable, what activities are non-certified technicians allowed to do? - correct
answer-Nothing with clinical judgment (filling and offer to counsel)
Is there a maximum pharmacist-to-technician supervision ratio? - correct answer-2 techs 1
pharmacist if NONE certified
,3 techs to 1 pharmacist if ONE certified
Are there requirements for pharmacy staff identification badges? - correct
answer-technicians must wear a name tag identifying them as a tech
Is there an impaired pharmacist recovery program - correct answer-Yes, ALBOP; it's called
the BOP-wellness (Alabama Board of Pharmacy Wellness Program)
Can self enroll. Pharmacists, interns, and technicians can enroll
Are a mail-order pharmacy's hours and/or toll-free number required to be listed on the
prescription container labeling? - correct answer-Yes; toll-free number must be on it.
Are mail-order pharmacies required to be open for a defined number of days and hours per
week? - correct answer-NO, but must be able to fill drugs in a timely manner and allow for
consultation with pharmacists
If applicable, what is the name of the inspection or assessment form(s) used by
pharmacists? - correct answer-There is not an inspection form. N/A
Are licenses required to be displayed in public view? - correct answer-Yes; this is a
requirement for pharmacists that are employed at a specific location (techs, interns, etc.)
Visiting pharmacists may have a pocket card/license
List any space or equipment requirements for the pharmacy (e.g. pharmacy size, hot/cold
water, equipment, references) - correct answer--A retail pharmacy must be 240 square feet
(Rx room)
-Must have hot AND cold RUNNING water
-Counter must be 24" wide, 16 square feet for 1 RPh, 24 square feet for 2 RPhs.
-36" of unobstructed space behind edge of counter that extends the full length of the
pharmacist's counter
-Prescription balance with appropriate weights
-Latest edition of Facts/Comparisons or electronic media sufficient for level of practice
List any advertising limitations or signage requirements - correct answer-A sign in at least 1"
block letters stating the hours of the prescription department located at the main entrance or
at/near the Rx department
Within how many days must a change of pharmacy address, phone number, or name be
reported to the Board? - correct answer-10 days
Within how many days must pharmacy closures be reported to the Board? - correct
answer-10 days
, Within how many days must a pharmacy notify the Board that there has been a change in
the pharmacist-in-charge? - correct answer-Notify Board within 10 days; get 90 days to find
replacement
What requirements are there for emergency kits in long-term care facilities or other
institutional facilities? (e.g. who refills the kit, what time frame must the kit be filled?) - correct
answer--If the kit is opened/meds used, the pharmacy must re-stock and re-seal the kit
within 72h (verified/supplied by RPh)
-Label on kit with drug names, strengths, and quantities. Also has expiration dates. Then the
pharmacy name, address, and phone number.
Are there permissible pharmacist breaks or a maximum break duration? - correct answer--30
minutes; cannot leave the facility during break in case of emergency or counseling request
by patient
Does a sign need to be posted that the pharmacist is NOT on duty? - correct answer-YES
List any intern/technician functions that can be done without the presence of a pharmacist -
correct answer--Sell/transact checked Rx's if the patient does not request counseling
-Fill prescriptions for pharmacist to verify
-Anything that doesn't require verification or counseling (even if an intern! technically not
under supervision of RPh)
List any limitations on medication delivery (by couriers, pharmacy employees, or by kiosk) -
correct answer-None
List any limitations on drive-up windows - correct answer-None
Does the state recognize pharmacists as providers for reimbursement purposes? (If yes, list
the requirements for this designation and the tasks permitted). - correct answer-Yes; no
specific requirements
Can pharmacists enter into collaborative practice agreements (CPAs)?
Does the CPA need to be submitted to the Board?
How often does the CPA need to be renewed?
What actions are pharmacists allowed to perform under a CPA?
Are there any restrictions on diseases to manage? - correct answer-Yes
MD and PharmD sign the agreement, then sent to ABLOP and ALBME within 10 days of
signing
Renewed every 2 years
questions
How many members serve on the state board of pharmacy, and how long is each term of
service? - correct answer-5 members; 5-year terms
How many public members (non-pharmacists), and how many pharmacists serve on the
board of pharmacy? - correct answer-ALL pharmacists
-3 are appointed by governor: 1 in chain retail, 1 in independent pharmacy, 1 in hospital
pharmacy
-2 are elected by APA
What is the name of the agency that issues pharmacist licenses? - correct answer-Alabama
Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP)
What are the pharmacist licensure requirements? - correct answer--1500 hours of intern
hours; 400h must be obtained after 2nd year of school
-Scaled score of 75 on MPJE and NAPLEX
-State Board interview
How long does a pharmacist have to notify the board of a change in name, home address, or
employer? - correct answer-10 days for each
What are the CPE requirements (e.g. how many hours per renewal period, how long is the
renewal period, are live hours required, any specific CPE topic requirements)? - correct
answer-30h needed every 2 years (renewed on Dec. 31st of even years); 6h must be LIVE
How often in the pharmacist license renewed? - correct answer-December 31st every 2
years on EVEN years
If a pharmacist's license lapses, what action can be taken to reinstate the license - correct
answer-UNDER 5 years:
Pay the license renewal fee, then pay 10$/month penalty for every month lapsed (does NOT
exceed 5 years), 15 hours CE (3 LIVE) per year up to 5 years
OVER 5 years:
In order to get reinstated, be approved by the Board (satisfactory examination by the Board)
Are there any special requirements to become a nuclear pharmacist, consultant pharmacist
or other specialty pharmacist? - correct answer-NUCLEAR:
-200h of didactic training in a nuclear pharmacy
-500h of practical experience under the supervision of a licensed nuclear pharmacist
CONSULTANT:
-Complete initial 8h LIVE certification course with passing score of 75
,-Remain certified: Pharmacist must complete 8h every 2 years of LIVE consultant-approved
CE
Are preceptors required to register with the state board?
List any requirements to become a preceptor: - correct answer-They are NOT required to
register with the Board
*REQUIREMENTS:
-Express willingness to serve
-Been licensed for 2 years
-Complete Board-approved training once every 2 years
Do individuals need to submit fingerprints to register as an intern? - correct answer-NO
Are interns required to have a criminal background check? - correct answer-NO
Is there a maximum internship duration? - correct answer-Completion of pharmacy school
(november after graduation)
How many intern hours are required? - correct answer-1500 hours; 400h attained after
completing 2nd year, and 1100h during P4 year
For the 400h: Traditional pharmacy setting with Board-approved preceptor. Must work at
least 1h on any day; must be employed minimum 4h/week.
Is there a maximum pharmacist-intern supervision ratio? - correct answer-3 interns to 1
pharmacist
If applicable, what is the minimum age to become a pharmacy technician? - correct
answer-17 years old
Do technicians have to be licensed or registered? - correct answer-They register with the
Board; 17yo, of good moral character, submit background check
Renewal every 2 years on ODD years
List any exams or certifications required for all technicians - correct answer-Complete a
Board-approved training program within 6mo of registering and submit to Board within 10
days of completion
Are there different levels of pharmacy technicians based on certification or training? - correct
answer-NO
If applicable, what activities are non-certified technicians allowed to do? - correct
answer-Nothing with clinical judgment (filling and offer to counsel)
Is there a maximum pharmacist-to-technician supervision ratio? - correct answer-2 techs 1
pharmacist if NONE certified
,3 techs to 1 pharmacist if ONE certified
Are there requirements for pharmacy staff identification badges? - correct
answer-technicians must wear a name tag identifying them as a tech
Is there an impaired pharmacist recovery program - correct answer-Yes, ALBOP; it's called
the BOP-wellness (Alabama Board of Pharmacy Wellness Program)
Can self enroll. Pharmacists, interns, and technicians can enroll
Are a mail-order pharmacy's hours and/or toll-free number required to be listed on the
prescription container labeling? - correct answer-Yes; toll-free number must be on it.
Are mail-order pharmacies required to be open for a defined number of days and hours per
week? - correct answer-NO, but must be able to fill drugs in a timely manner and allow for
consultation with pharmacists
If applicable, what is the name of the inspection or assessment form(s) used by
pharmacists? - correct answer-There is not an inspection form. N/A
Are licenses required to be displayed in public view? - correct answer-Yes; this is a
requirement for pharmacists that are employed at a specific location (techs, interns, etc.)
Visiting pharmacists may have a pocket card/license
List any space or equipment requirements for the pharmacy (e.g. pharmacy size, hot/cold
water, equipment, references) - correct answer--A retail pharmacy must be 240 square feet
(Rx room)
-Must have hot AND cold RUNNING water
-Counter must be 24" wide, 16 square feet for 1 RPh, 24 square feet for 2 RPhs.
-36" of unobstructed space behind edge of counter that extends the full length of the
pharmacist's counter
-Prescription balance with appropriate weights
-Latest edition of Facts/Comparisons or electronic media sufficient for level of practice
List any advertising limitations or signage requirements - correct answer-A sign in at least 1"
block letters stating the hours of the prescription department located at the main entrance or
at/near the Rx department
Within how many days must a change of pharmacy address, phone number, or name be
reported to the Board? - correct answer-10 days
Within how many days must pharmacy closures be reported to the Board? - correct
answer-10 days
, Within how many days must a pharmacy notify the Board that there has been a change in
the pharmacist-in-charge? - correct answer-Notify Board within 10 days; get 90 days to find
replacement
What requirements are there for emergency kits in long-term care facilities or other
institutional facilities? (e.g. who refills the kit, what time frame must the kit be filled?) - correct
answer--If the kit is opened/meds used, the pharmacy must re-stock and re-seal the kit
within 72h (verified/supplied by RPh)
-Label on kit with drug names, strengths, and quantities. Also has expiration dates. Then the
pharmacy name, address, and phone number.
Are there permissible pharmacist breaks or a maximum break duration? - correct answer--30
minutes; cannot leave the facility during break in case of emergency or counseling request
by patient
Does a sign need to be posted that the pharmacist is NOT on duty? - correct answer-YES
List any intern/technician functions that can be done without the presence of a pharmacist -
correct answer--Sell/transact checked Rx's if the patient does not request counseling
-Fill prescriptions for pharmacist to verify
-Anything that doesn't require verification or counseling (even if an intern! technically not
under supervision of RPh)
List any limitations on medication delivery (by couriers, pharmacy employees, or by kiosk) -
correct answer-None
List any limitations on drive-up windows - correct answer-None
Does the state recognize pharmacists as providers for reimbursement purposes? (If yes, list
the requirements for this designation and the tasks permitted). - correct answer-Yes; no
specific requirements
Can pharmacists enter into collaborative practice agreements (CPAs)?
Does the CPA need to be submitted to the Board?
How often does the CPA need to be renewed?
What actions are pharmacists allowed to perform under a CPA?
Are there any restrictions on diseases to manage? - correct answer-Yes
MD and PharmD sign the agreement, then sent to ABLOP and ALBME within 10 days of
signing
Renewed every 2 years
