Exemptee Training | Designated Representative Training

Purchase now to take one of these online training courses: 
     California HMDR Exemptee 
     California Designated Representative:
         Wholesaler | 3PL | Reverse Distributor
     Florida CDR training & examination preparation

California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course

• State approved by the California Department of Public Health - Food and Drug Branch
• For home medical device retailers (HMDR)
• 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. 

California Designated Representative Training Courses

• State approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy
• For wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors

Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Training & Exam Preparation

• Training, courses, examination preparation, consulting, and more!

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HMDR Exemptee Training | Designated Representative Training

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Got a question? Ask an Inspector - California State Board of Pharmacy

• Board-approved California Designated Representative online training programs for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors. Learn more or buy now!

California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL, reverse distributor). Earns a training affidavit accepted by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

Updated May 25, 2026

Telephone coverage hours have been expanded!

"Contact a board inspector if you have questions about pharmacy law or regulations. An inspector is available to answer telephone inquiries Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m." 

"Note: The board’s inspectors and staff cannot provide legal advice, but they will assist you by identifying statutory and regulatory sections that pertain to your questions. If you need legal advice, please contact a lawyer."

Source:  Got a question? Ask an Inspector - California State Board of Pharmacy

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California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL, reverse distributor). Earns a training affidavit accepted by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Self-Assessment Forms Answer Legal Questions (for pharmacy operations in California)

• California Designated Representative Training Course For Wholesalers (approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy)

Self-Assessment Forms Answer Legal Questions - The Script (March 2019)

"In the late 1990s, the Board established requirements for community and hospital pharmacies to complete self-assessment forms. Since then, assessment forms also have been developed for wholesalers and sterile compounding pharmacies. 

The forms provide a compilation of pharmacy law that can be used to assess pharmacy operations for compliance with laws and regulations. This self-evaluation can highlight areas needing improvement and enable corrective actions. 

Self-assessment forms contains references to specific laws. If you have a pharmacy law question, there is good chance it can be answered by checking the self-assessment form."

Source:  Self-Assessment Forms Answer Legal Questions - The Script (March 2019 page 11) - California State Board of Pharmacy

Resources:  Self-Assessment Forms on the California State Board of Pharmacy website

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California Designated Representative Training Course For Wholesalers (approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy)

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Who Can You Call? - Ask A Board Inspector

• California Designated Representative Training (wholesaler, 3PL, reverse distributor) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy
• Register now to take a Board-approved online training course for:
• California Designated Rep Wholesaler course 
• California Designated Representative 3PL course 
• California Designated Rep Reverse Distributor course

Read the full notice:  Got a question? Ask an Inspector - California Board of Pharmacy

"The board can be contacted via email, fax or telephone with questions pertaining to pharmacy law and regulations. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, a board inspector will be available to answer telephone inquiries. 

Note: The board’s inspectors and staff cannot provide you with legal advice, but they will assist you by identifying any statutory or regulatory sections that may pertain to your questions. Should you need legal advice, you are advised to contact a lawyer."

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Designated Representative Training Courses - California (wholesaler, 3PL, reverse distributor) - Florida CDR Exam Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Fingerprint Card for Florida Certified Designated Rep (FL CDR)

• Training & Consulting - for Florida: Prescription Drug Wholesale Distributor Certified Designated Representative Candidates

Updated June 25, 2026

The original link broke.

You might still be interested in:

If I am living out of state, how do I submit my fingerprints without having to travel to Florida?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - ELECTRONIC FINGERPRINTING - MyFloridaLicense.com (updated 2025)

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Updated May 5, 2022

Florida CDR Fingerprint Card

Situation:
I can't find the hard copy fingerprint cards needed for my Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) application.

Solution:
You'll find general information in the Electronic Fingerprinting FAQs (a pdf published by FL DBPR). Hard copy fingerprint cards are addressed in this FAQ:

• FAQ 14. If I am living out of state, how do I submit my fingerprints without having to travel to Florida?
• According to the April 2022 FAQ:
  
  "Go to the FDLE Livescan Service Provider List and choose a Livescan Service Provider that is certified as “hard card scanning capable”. These vendors have the ability to process fingerprints through additional methods, including the use of hard copy fingerprint cards. If the provider requests that you provide a fingerprint card, you may call the Department of Business and Professional Regulation at 850.487.1395 to obtain one. When requesting a card, please specify the profession for which you are seeking licensure.
  
  Out of State Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco Applicants only:
  Your fingerprint card can be obtained from the Department of Business and Professional Regulation by contacting the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco at 850.488.8284, or one of the division’s district offices. A listing of the district offices can be found on the web at http://www.dbpr.state.fl.us/abt/documents/mapofdistrictoffices.pdf. Once the fingerprint card is received, you may then go to a local law enforcement office in your area to have your fingerprints rolled onto the card. Information specific to the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco will be preprinted on the fingerprint card. Other information will be completed at the local law enforcement agency. The instructions for submitting your fingerprint card are outlined above."

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Florida Certified Designated Representative Exam Prep Class

For Designated Representative license applicants:

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Exam Prep Course

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

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Updated November 26, 2025

Florida Certified Designated Representative Candidate Information Booklet (CDR CIB)

CAUTION - there are old versions of the candidate information booklet (CIB) that can be found on the internet. Be sure you're referencing the most current version. Here's how to find it.

Go to the home page of the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation:
http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/

In the search box, enter "candidate information booklets."  Then click "DDC – Certified Designated Representative."

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Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Exam Preparation Class

If you are applying for a Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) license, then you'll want to take a FL CDR examination prep course.

The CDR exam is a difficult test, and challenges the test taker's:

• mastery of applicable rules & laws, and 
• confidence in handling the stress of taking a timed test

A well-designed Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) exam prep class:

• reviews the laws and rules that are covered in the exam
• drills and assesses knowledge with the use of multiple quizzes and practice exams

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

How To Contact the CA Board of Pharmacy - Designated Representatives & Wholesalers

The California Board of Pharmacy Contact Us webpage offers terrific guidance on the best ways to get in touch with the Board. Here's a sample of the services the Board provides.

Questions for a Board of Pharmacy Inspector:

• The board can be contacted via email, fax, or telephone with questions pertaining to pharmacy law and regulations.

For questions regarding the status of a pending application or licensing requirements:

• Wholesaler
• Nonresident Wholesaler
• Designated Representative

For questions or status of a change in Pharmacist-in-Charge:

• Change of Designated Representative-in-Charge
• Discontinuance of Business

For questions regarding the renewal of a license

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Training for California Designated Representative (& 3PL) license applicants

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Bradenton man sentenced to prison for selling counterfeit, unapproved and misbranded drugs | Bradenton Herald

• Florida CDR examination preparation, training support, and consulting services
• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training - online training courses presented by SkillsPlus International Inc. | Board-Approved

Updated July 5, 2026

The original link broke.

You can still read about the same topic here:

Bradenton Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For Selling Counterfeit, Unapproved, And Misbranded Drugs - U.S. Department of Justice

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Read the full article: Bradenton man sentenced to prison for selling counterfeit, unapproved and misbranded drugs | Bradenton Herald:

"The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida said Lohr generated more than $1 million in sales of these misbranded and counterfeit drugs. At no time was Lohr ever licensed as a pharmacist, a drug importer or a drug wholesaler, according to the release, and neither was American Drug Club a licensed pharmacy, drug importer or wholesaler."

'via Blog this'

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California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training - online training courses presented by SkillsPlus International Inc. | Board-Approved

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Florida CDR Exam - Study And Practice For The Test

Vince Lombardi* said, "Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect."

Keep this quote in mind as you prepare to take the Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Laws and Rules Examination.

Enhance your odds of passing by taking this  Florida CDR exam preparation course.

* Lombardi is considered by many to be one of the best and most successful coaches in professional football history.


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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

What's In The Exam? - Florida Certified Designated Representative Exam

Updated September 8, 2021

• People also search for Florida CDR examination preparation & training (by CDR Resource Center)

What's In The Exam - FL CDR Exam

About The FL CDR Examination:

• The examination consists of forty (40) scored multiple-choice questions.
• All questions are equally weighted. The minimum percentage score needed to pass has been set at seventy-five percent (75 %)
• Your examination(s) will be administered on an electronic testing system. Before you begin the examination, you will have an opportunity to go through a tutorial on the computer. 
• You will be given ninety (90) minutes (1.50 hours) to complete the examination. Not including the thirty (30) minutes for the tutorial.

Examination Questions Cover The Following Content Areas (and the % of the exam):

• Product Integrity (27.5%)
• Records (25%)
• Inspections (12.5%)
• Authorized Recipients (10%)
• Lawful/Unlawful Products (10%)
• Permits and Renewals (10%)
• CDR Requirements (5%)

Specifically, The Examination Covers (updated 9/8/2021):

Chapter 499 Florida Statutes:

• All sections relating to prescription drugs

Rule Chapter 61N-1 (formerly 64F-12), Florida Administrative Code:

• All sections relating to prescription drugs

21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

• 205.2 
• 205.3 
• 205.4 
• 205.50 
• 205.6
• 205.8
• Part 1301.71 and 72

21 United States Code (USC):

• 321
• 331
• 333
• 351
• 352
• 353
• Chapter 9 Subchapter V Sections 360eee – 360eee-2

Source:
State of Florida - Candidate Information Booklet for the Certified Designated Representative Laws and Rules Examination:  CAUTION - there are old versions of the candidate information booklet (CIB) that can be found on the internet. Be sure you're referencing the most current version. Here's how to find it.  Go to the home page of the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation:  http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/   In the search box, enter "candidate information booklets." Choose English. Then click "DDC - Certified Designated Representative."

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training 
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Exam Prep Course 

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

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CA e-Pedigree - Nice Analysis

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Updated May 26, 2022:

• Board-approved California Designated Representative online training programs for wholesalers, 3PLs, and reverse distributors.

California Board of Pharmacy Re-awaken:  'via Blog this'

If you're following the evolution of California e-Pedigree, then you'll want to read this analysis by Dirk Rodgers.

The key takeaway for me is, Board of Pharmacy guidance is needed before folks can plan and act:

". . . the Board needs to provide some guidance on, but there are some other very important questions that need to be answered before companies are likely to fully invest in pedigree solutions.  Here I’m referring to both solution providers and companies within the supply chain."

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

CA HMDR Commonly Asked Questions

• The best choice for State-approved California HMDR Exemptee training certification for home medical device retailers - Taught by SkillsPlus International Inc. | Learn more & buy!

Navigating the paperwork can be daunting. Here's a helpful document for folks having some questions, California (CA) Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Frequently Asked Questions - find this PDF on the California Home Medical Device Retail Program website.

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

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• The Exemptee Institute just launched (skillsplusinfo.blogspot.com)

CA HMDR FAQs

California Home Medical Device Retail FAQs

• California Exemptee Training - SkillsPlus International Inc. - for home medical device retailers (HMDR) - $525 per student - Buy Now! 

Here's something you might find helpful, The CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) licensing program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - find this PDF on the California Home Medical Device Retail Program website

Here are the questions that are answered:

1. What is an HMDR business and who needs an HMDR license from the DHS, Food and Drug Branch?
2. Where can I get an HMDR license application and what are the fees?
3. Are there exceptions to the kinds of facilities that are required to have an HMDR license?
4. What is the licensing process and how long does the process take?
5. Can I operate my HMDR business without a valid license?
6. After my facility is inspected, how long afterwards must I wait for my facility license?
7. If my facility fails to meet compliance standards, what happens?
8. If I move or sell my business, can my license be transferred?
9. What is a Temporary License, and what are the criteria for receiving one?
10. What are dangerous or “legend” devices?
11. I wish to dispense legend medical devices from my HMDR. Do I need a special license?
12. How can I obtain an HMDR exemptee license?
13. Can I obtain an exemptee license without working at a HMDR facility?
14. What about HMDR renewal inspections? How frequently are they conducted, and what are some common violations found?
15. How can I get a copy of the HMDR Law and/or guidance on requirements?

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California Exemptee Training - SkillsPlus International Inc. - for home medical device retailers (HMDR) - $525 per student - state approved

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

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

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

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute