Continuing Professional Development Flashcards

Under the APC CPD framework, what is the minimum number of CPD hours a pharmacist must complete annually to maintain registration?

Answer: 20 hours

The Pharmacy Board of Australia requires pharmacists to complete a minimum of 20 hours of CPD per year.

A pharmacist completes an online module but does not reflect on how it applies to their practice. According to CPD principles, this activity is best classified as:

Answer: Level 1 – Reviewing

Consuming information without reflection is classified as Level 1 (Reviewing) in the CPD framework.

Which body is primarily responsible for setting CPD requirements for pharmacists in Australia?

Answer: Pharmacy Board of Australia (PBA)

The Pharmacy Board of Australia sets the mandatory CPD standards that registered pharmacists must meet.

A pharmacist identifies a gap in their knowledge about new anticoagulant therapies. The BEST first step in the CPD cycle is to:

Answer: Document the identified learning need in a CPD plan

The CPD cycle begins with identifying and documenting learning needs before selecting activities.

Which of the following CPD activities would MOST likely qualify as Level 3 – Learning?

Answer: Completing an accredited workshop with assessment

Level 3 CPD involves structured learning with formal assessment, such as an accredited workshop.

How long must a pharmacist retain their CPD records in Australia?

Answer: 5 years

The Pharmacy Board of Australia requires pharmacists to retain CPD records for a minimum of 5 years.

A pharmacist who works only part-time (less than 450 hours per year) has a different CPD requirement. Which statement is correct?

Answer: They must meet the same 20-hour requirement as full-time pharmacists

Regardless of hours worked, all registered pharmacists must meet the same 20-hour annual CPD requirement.