R156-17b-621. Operating Standards - Pharmacist Administration - Training

(1) In accordance with Subsection 58-17b-502(9), appropriate training for the administration of a prescription drug includes:

(a) current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; and

(b) successful completion of a training program which includes at a minimum:

(i) didactic and practical training for administering injectable drugs;

(ii) the current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for the administration of immunizations; and

(iii) the management of an anaphylactic reaction.

(2) Sources for the appropriate training include:

(a) ACPE approved programs; and

(b) curriculum-based programs from an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy, state or local health department programs and other Board recognized providers.

(3) Training is to be supplemented by documentation of two hours of continuing education related to the area of practice in each preceding renewal period.

(4) The "Vaccine Administration Protocol: Standing Order to Administer Immunizations and Emergency Medications", adopted March 27, 2012, by the Division in collaboration with the Utah State Board of Pharmacy, as posted on the Division website, is the guideline or standard for pharmacist administration of vaccines and emergency medications.