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North Carolina pharmacist CE requirements

15 hours every 1 year (15 hr/yr). 5 live hours required. Below: the exact topic breakdown, where to report, and how Vigilis matches your hours against the rule automatically.

Total hours
15
per 1-year cycle
Hours per year
15
annual renewal (1-year cycle)
Live CE
5 hr
live / interactive hours
Topic mandates
1
topic-specific rule

North Carolina CE topic requirements

TopicHoursNotes
Immunization 3 hr every 2 yrs if immunizing

Where to track and report your hours

ACPE-accredited CE is reported automatically by the provider to NABP CPE Monitor. Most state boards pull from CPE Monitor at renewal, but you still need to know your exact hours against the rule — which is where most pharmacists get caught short.

Vigilis imports your full CPE Monitor transcript with one click, matches each activity against North Carolina's topic rules, and shows exactly what's short before your renewal closes.

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Authoritative source

This page summarizes rules published by the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy. Always verify current requirements directly: https://www.ncbop.org/

Frequently asked

How many CE hours do North Carolina pharmacists need?

15 hours per 1-year renewal cycle, which works out to 15 hours per year.

Are live CE hours required in North Carolina?

Yes — 5 of the 15 hours must be live (in-person or interactive webinar).

Does North Carolina accept ACPE CE from out of state?

Yes. Any ACPE-accredited provider counts, regardless of where the program was hosted. The provider reports your credit to NABP CPE Monitor automatically.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Late renewal typically triggers $50–$500 in board fees plus a lapse-reinstatement period in which you cannot legally practice. Vigilis flags your shortfall 90 / 60 / 30 days out.

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