Do I need to repeat taking the module annually?
The College only requires the module to be completed once to fulfill the education requirements. There is no requirement to repeat the module at this time.
We are updating our website to align with the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA), which is now in force. Some pages may still reference the former HPA as we work through these changes. Note, all pharmacy professionals and pharmacies must now comply with the new HPOA and Bylaws and the revisedPharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act(PODSA) and Bylaws.
The College only requires the module to be completed once to fulfill the education requirements. There is no requirement to repeat the module at this time.
Declarations of module completion must be recorded in the registrant’s eServices account. Declarations can be submitted by selecting “My Profile” > “My Declarations” > “PPMAC”.
The College’s Pharmacist Prescribing for Minor Ailments and Contraception (PPMAC): Regulatory Education Module is available on UBC’s Canvas Catalogue Learning Management System.
Yes. Prior to making a diagnosis or prescribing for minor ailments or contraception, pharmacists must complete the College’s regulatory education module and self-declare completion of this training through their eServices account. The module and self-declaration must be completed prior to providing services under PPMAC.