Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Approved - Designated Representative Training - Board Approved Programs

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Updated July 26, 2023:

California Designated Representative Training Courses - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

Are You Applying For A Designated Representative License?

If you're applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you'll need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit by taking any one of our approved California Designated Representative training courses.

SkillsPlus International Inc. offers the largest selection of California Board of Pharmacy-approved training programs for California Designated Representative license applicants; and is the ONLY Board-approved provider of three distinct California Designated Representative online training classes (including one for Reverse Distributors). Each online course confers a Board-recognized training affidavit.

Here's Why You Should Take An "Approved" Training Program Or Course

The California Designated Representative Application - Training Affidavit Form specifies:

  • "The individual applying for a designated representative license in California has completed an approved training program required by Section 4053(b)(3) of the California Business and Professions Code that addressed ..."
  • That the training affidavit must "be completed by the person having direct knowledge of the applicant’s training. The applicant may not verify his/her own training."

The Board is essentially saying:

  • If applicants attempt self-study, or take "home-grown" training that isn't Board-approved, the submitted training program won't be accepted.
  • Let the buyer beware! If you need a Board-approved training course, make sure the program being offered is officially approved and accepted by the Board of Pharmacy.

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California Designated Representative Training Courses - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy
California Designated Representative Training Courses - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy


For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

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Monday, December 12, 2022

Happy Holidays!

Wishing you the best during the holidays!

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     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Thursday, November 3, 2022

Pulse Oximeter Accuracy and Limitations - FDA.gov

Doctors have long known that pulse oximeters are less accurate in estimating blood oxygen levels in non-white patients, but the discrepancies were considered insignificant. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed some of the real dangers of these flaws, as the devices gave falsely high oxygen readings in patients with dark skin.

"The FDA announced a virtual meeting of the CDRH Anesthesiology and Respiratory Therapy Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee on November 1, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time. For additional meeting details, see the meeting announcement in the Federal Register. 

The committee will discuss ongoing concerns that pulse oximeters may be less accurate in individuals with darker skin pigmentations. The committee will also discuss factors that may affect pulse oximeter accuracy and performance, the available evidence about the accuracy of pulse oximeters, recommendations for patients and health care providers, and the amount, and type of data that should be provided by manufacturers to assess pulse oximeter accuracy and to guide other regulatory actions as needed."

Source:  Pulse Oximeter Accuracy and Limitations: FDA Safety Communication - FDA.gov

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

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     Florida:

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

"HalloThanksMas" Season Is Here!

Complete your state license training now, before the holiday season starts!

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Happy holidays!!!

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Saturday, August 27, 2022

The Best California Designated Representative Training

SkillsPlus International Inc. proudly offers the largest selection of Board-approved training programs for California Designated Representative license applicants and their supervisors/managers.

Learn more, and purchase an online training course:

All of these training programs are approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy. Successful course completion earns a training affidavit to include in your California Designated Representative license application. Each course covers the required topics specified in the license application form.

Nearly 10,000 students have taken our popular state license-related training classes!

SkillsPlus International Inc. proudly offers the largest selection of Board-approved training programs for California Designated Representative license applicants and their supervisors/managers.
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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Saturday, August 20, 2022

CMS Discontinues Use of Certificates of Medical Necessity for DME - HomeCareMag

According to the article:

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"As part of its ongoing efforts to increase access to care and to reduce unnecessary administrative burden for stakeholders, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will be discontinuing the use of Certificates of Medical Necessity (CMNs) and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Information Forms (DIFs) for claims with dates of service on or after Jan. 1, 2023. CMS suppliers must continue to submit CMN and DIF information for claims with dates of service before Jan. 1, 2023 if it is required."

Read the full source article: CMS Discontinues Use of Certificates of Medical Necessity for DME - HomeCareMag

Read more about this change here:  Elimination of Certificates of Medical Necessity & Durable Medical Equipment Information Forms - MLN Matters (pdf)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Friday, July 22, 2022

California HMDR Exemptee Online Training Certification Class

California HMDR Exemptee online training certification course

California HMDR Exemptee Online Training Certification Class - for home medical device retailers​
- for home medical device retailers​

Buy Exemptee training now!

If you are applying for a California Exemptee license, you'll need to include proof of required training in your license application. Take this online course to earn a course completion certificate accepted by the California Department of Public Health - include it in your license application.

  • $525 per student. 
  • Earns a course completion certificate accepted by the California Department of Public Health. Covers required topics specified in the Exemptee license application form
  • Learn more and buy - no extra fees to retake quizzes

Nearly 10,000 students have taken our state license-related training programs.

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Wednesday, July 6, 2022

FDA Issues Two DSCSA Draft Guidances

The FDA issued 2 DSCSA draft guidances:

Date PublishedTypeTitle
7/05/2022Draft GuidanceIdentifying Trading Partners Under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act
7/05/2022Draft GuidanceDSCSA Standards for the Interoperable Exchange of Information for Tracing of Certain Human, Finished, Prescription Drugs Guidance for Industry

View the full list of Drug Supply Chain Security Act Law and Policies - FDA.gov

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     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Saturday, June 25, 2022

FRAUD ALERT: Scammers Diverting Drug Shipments from Distributors, Pharmacies

Here is the full text of an email alert sent by the California State Board of Pharmacy:

"Pharmacies, hospitals, and distributors are being warned about scammers using sophisticated techniques to obtain account numbers and other sensitive information and unlawfully divert quantities of pharmaceutical goods in transit. In some cases, scammers pretended to represent the state’s board of pharmacy or employees for a particular distributor or pharmacy.

The callers requested and obtained each pharmacy’s DEA number and account purchasing information for their principal distributor. The scammers then called each distributor – pretending to be the pharmacy – and ordered between $100,000 and $300,000 worth of products. Common products ordered included a variety of HIV medications (Descovy, Triumeq, Odefsey) and Xarelto, Otezla, and Eliquis.

Once the products were delivered, the scammers called the pharmacy – pretending to be the distributor – and advised the pharmacy the order was made in error. The scammers then arranged for a courier to pick up the diverted product.

The Healthcare Distribution Alliance Pharmaceutical Cargo Security Coalition (HDAPCSC) has released a report about this problem: “Fraud Alert: Distributor/Customer Product Ordering Scheme,” Version 2 (Updated June 2022). The report discusses methods being used to divert drug shipments and tips for protecting distributors and pharmacies.

The California State Board of Pharmacy urges drug distributors and pharmacists to read the report and learn how to spot fraudulent activity and prevent drug diversion."

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Source: 

FRAUD ALERT: Scammers Diverting Drug Shipments from Distributors, Pharmacies (an email alert sent by the California State Board of Pharmacy on June 24, 2022)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

CPSC Warns Consumers To Stop Using Certain Bed Rails

According to the article:

"The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using 285,000 adult portable bed rails from Mobility Transfer Systems and Metal Tubing USA Inc. because they create an entrapment hazard and pose a risk of serious injury or death to users.

CPSC’s warning applies to 10 models of bed rails manufactured by and sold by Mobility Transfer Systems from 1992 to 2021 and by Metal Tubing USA Inc. from 2021 and 2022. CPSC is urging consumers to immediately stop using, disassemble, and dispose of the following bed rail models: ..."

Follow the link below to view the list of models to avoid.

Read the full source article:  CPSC WARNS CONSUMERS: STOP USING BED RAILS FROM 2 MAKERS - HME Business

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     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

The Clock is Ticking: Comments to Proposed Federal Rules For Wholesalers and 3PLs are Due June 6th and Here’s What We Think - JDSupra

Updated May 27, 2022:

The FDA has extended the due date for comments. 

"The Agency has received a request for a 90-day extension of the comment period for the proposed rule. The request conveyed concern that the current 120-day comment period, which ends on June 6, 2022, does not allow sufficient time to develop a meaningful or thoughtful response to the proposed rule.

FDA has considered the request and is extending the comment period for the proposed rule for 90 days, until September 6, 2022. The Agency believes that a 90-day extension allows adequate time for interested persons to submit comments."  

Source: National Standards for the Licensure of Wholesale Drug Distributors and Third-Party Logistics Providers; Extension of Comment Period - SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION dated May 17, 2022 - Federal Register

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According to the article:

"On February 4, 2022, the FDA released its long-awaited proposed national standards for the licensure of third party logistics providers (3PLs) and wholesale drug distributors. The draft rules were years over-due and the delay increased the variation across wholesale and 3PL licensure that the federal Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) intended to resolve. The proposed rules create more questions than answers and will likely require significant time and litigation before the rules are finalized." ...

"Here are some of the highlights we saw and questions we have about gaps or challenges in the proposed rules." ...

Read the full source article: The Clock is Ticking: Comments to Proposed Federal Rules For Wholesalers and 3PLs are Due June 6th and Here’s What We Think - JDSupra

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):


Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Complete your Designated Representative training - Get ahead and enjoy your summer!

Get California Designated Representative training done before summer arrives!

Earn a training affidavit  -  Training programs for California Designated Representative license applicants

SkillsPlus International Inc.'s California Designated Representative training courses are accepted by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

School is almost out for summer, so it's time to have fun.  Be sure to have a fantastic summer, by getting your California Designated Representative training out of the way now.

Take one of our many popular California Designated Representative training programs for:
  • Wholesalers
  • Third-Party Logistics Providers (3PLs)
  • Reverse Distributors
Learn more and buy one of our Designated Representative training courses:  http://www.dreprof.com/

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For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Monday, March 21, 2022

The ONLY Board-approved California Designated Representative training provider ...

SkillsPlus International Inc. is the ONLY training provider approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy to offer California Designated Representative training programs for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors.

Learn more and purchase a course for:

       Wholesalers | 3PL | Reverse Distributors

Board-Approved California Designated Representative Training

If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license you’ll need to include a training affidavit (as proof of training course completion) in your Designated Representative license application.

Only training program providers approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy are allowed to complete your training affidavit.

SkillsPlus International Inc. is the ONLY training company that is approved by the California Board of Pharmacy to provide California Designated Representative training programs for wholesalers, 3PL (third-party logistics providers), and reverse distributors.

SkillsPlus International is a trusted training provider with nearly 10,000 students taking our state license-related training programs since 2002.

Contact Us

The best way to contact us is by email:  

Send an email to Jennifer Payne - SkillsPlus International Inc.

SkillsPlus International Inc. is the ONLY training provider approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy to offer California Designated Representative training programs for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors.
SkillsPlus International Inc. is the ONLY training provider approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy to offer California Designated Representative training programs for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors.


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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Friday, January 28, 2022

California Exemptee Certification

California Exemptee Certification

This online Exemptee certification course by SkillsPlus International Inc. is approved by the California Department of Public Health - Food and Drug Branch. 

  • This course covers the required topics specified in the California HMDR Exemptee license application. 
  • Successful class completion earns a course completion certificate, accepted by the California Department of Public Health – Food and Drug Branch, to include in your Exemptee license application.
  • $525 per student. In addition, there are no extra fees to retake quizzes. 
  • The online classroom is open 24 x 7 to accommodate your busy schedule. Furthermore, you can come and go as often as needed.
  • We’ve added something new, closed captioning. Students can read what the course instructor is teaching. This feature helps ESL (English as a second language) students, and hard of hearing students. Similarly, we’re making this course accessible!
  • SkillsPlus International Inc. is a premier provider of training programs — Nearly 10,000 students have taken our state license-related training classes. In other words, we offer very popular courses!
  • We have the experience — offering state license-related training courses continuously since 2002. In conclusion, we’ve got the experience!

Take the next step:  Buy now - California Exemptee Training Certification Course

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Tuesday, January 4, 2022

LAWBOOK FOR PHARMACY - California State Board of Pharmacy

It's that time of year again.

Here's the updated California Pharmacy Law Book for the current year.

Lawbook for Pharmacy - a free publication from the California State Board of Pharmacy (PDF)

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):
     Florida:

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

Saturday, January 1, 2022

California Designated Representative Training Courses

In a hurry?  Enroll now in any one of our Board-approved California Designated Representative training courses to earn a training affidavit for your license application:

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Don't get caught snoozing in the new year!

More Than 7,000 Students Have Taken Our Courses!

Here's why our online training programs are so popular and highly recommended:
  • These online training courses are designed for California Designated Representative license applicants and their managers. We make the messy regulatory requirements simple and easy to understand!
  • Earn a Board-accepted training affidavit, for your license application, by taking any one of our courses.
  • No need to schedule your training. Buy the course. Start when you’re ready! Therefore, buy now and start studying!
  • Online internet-based e-learning, easily accessed to make it possible & convenient for you to study from your home or office, in other words, study in any location!
  • Our courses involve more than just reading slides.
  • Available 365 x 24 x 7. Come and go as needed. In other words, our courses are convenient and flexible.
  • Composed of a series of self-study pre-recorded presentations that cover essential and required topics (as specified on their respective California Designated Representative license application form).
  • Designed with a follow-up quiz after each course section. When you finish, you will request your completion documents, specifically, your training affidavit.
  • We’ve added something new, closed captioning. Students can read what the course instructor is teaching. This feature helps ESL (English as a second language) students, and hard of hearing students. Therefore, our courses are more accessible.
  • Offered continuously since 2002. Therefore, we have a long record of experience.
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