PRECEPTORS

Subpart 1. Certificates. Pharmacists intending to act as preceptors for pharmacist-interns must register as preceptors with the board by submitting an application and any supporting documentation required by the board. A preceptor registration shall expire every other year on the anniversary of its issuance. The board shall grant registrations or renewals to applicants who fulfill the requirements of subparts 2 and 3. Subp. 2. Training and practice. Applicants must show that: A. they are participating in the Experiential Education Program of the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy as an approved preceptor; or B. they have completed at least 4,000 hours of practice as a licensed pharmacist, with at least 2,000 hours of that practice occurring within the state of Minnesota. Subp. 3. Other requirements. In addition to fulfilling the requirements of subpart 2, item A or B, applicants must show that: A. they are currently in practice at least 20 hours per week as a pharmacist; B. they have a history of exemplary practice with respect to compliance with state and federal laws; C. they will provide time on a regular basis, at least three times each month, for the purpose of helping their interns meet the competencies of the internship requirement; and D. for renewal of a registration only, that they have participated in an instructional program specifically for preceptors, provided by or approved by the board, within the previous 24 months.