Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Special Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
   •   Must be a graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy or medical school with a PhD in pharmacology.
   •   Many pharmacologists are also doctors with an M.D. from medical school.
   •   Some pharmacologists who specialize in animal pharmacology are also doctors of veterinary medicine (D.V.M.) from an accredited veterinary school.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
   •   Practical experience not exceeding 12 months.
   •   Gain practical experience in prescription compounding and dispensing within a pharmacy for a period of not less than six months.
   •   During the six months you must have a minimum of 1,000 hours.

EXAM:
   •   Four times a year.
   •   In order to take the exam you must have graduated from an accredited school.

LICENSE RENEWAL:
   •   Once a year on Dec. 31st.

Required Fees:

   •   Exam Fee: $250 State: $125
   •   License Fee: $50
   •   Renewal Fee: $50
   •   Additional Fee: Application $50

For More Information, Contact:

Department Of Health Professions
Board Of Pharmacy
6606 West Broad Street, 4th Floor
Richmond, VA 23230-1717
Phone: 804.662.9911
TTY: 804.662.7197
Fax: 804.662.9943
http://www.dhp.virginia.gov/

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