Scott Knoer, PharmD, the American Pharmacists Association’s CEO, called the announcement “tremendous news” in a statement.
“It properly recognizes that pharmacists serve a vital role in the nation’s response to this pandemic,” Mr. Knoer said. “It increases patients’ access to care during this emergency with providers whom they trust, at a time and place that is convenient to them.”
Here are the eight requirements HHS laid out for pharmaceutical professionals who wish to administer COVID-19 vaccines:
- Must be administering a vaccine that is authorized or licensed by the FDA.
- Must order the vaccine according to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ COVID-19 vaccine recommendation.
- Must complete an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education-approved practical training program of at least 20 hours.
- Must complete a minimum of two hours of ACPE-approved immunization education during each state licensing period.
- Must have a current basic CPR certificate.
- Must comply with all local record-keeping and reporting requirements.
- Must inform patients younger than 18 and their adult caregivers about the importance of a well-child visit.
- Must adhere to all CDC COVID-19 vaccination provider requirements.
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