ARM 24.174.604
ARM 24.174.604. PRECEPTOR REQUIREMENTS
Cite as Mont. Admin. R. 24.174.604
(1) Each preceptor shall:
(a) apply for board approval to be a preceptor when the preceptor is a pharmacist. For pharmacists, the board shall issue an endorsement on the pharmacist's license when requirements are met;
(b) have been actively engaged in:
(i) the practice of pharmacy for one year, unless otherwise approved by the board; or
(ii) other approved disciplines;
(c) be actively engaged in the pharmacy profession or other approved discipline or healthcare profession while acting as preceptor;
(d) not have been convicted of violation of any statutes or rules relating to pharmacy within three years prior to application;
(e) be acutely aware of the responsibilities governing professional conduct in this state;
(f) have current knowledge of developments in the profession by exhibiting such attendances, readings, and actions, which conform to the best traditions of pharmacy;
(g) make reports and certifications as required by a school of pharmacy;
(h) not be permitted to leave an intern to work alone or unsupervised to assume the responsibility of a pharmacist; and
(i) complete a training course as approved by the ACPE or the school of pharmacy prior to applying for a pharmacist preceptor endorsement.
(2) The repackaging, labeling, counseling, dispensing, or distribution of drugs shall be under the supervision of a supervising pharmacist.
(3) A supervising pharmacist or preceptor may precept more than one intern at a time.