Get Your Training Done Now - Don't Miss Out On Summer!

• Buy a course now, for:
       Wholesalers | 3PL | Reverse Distributors

Get California Designated Representative training done before summer arrives!

Earn a training affidavit  -  Training programs for California Designated Representative license applicants - approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

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

School is out for summer, and 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 (SkillsPlus Intl Inc. is the only approved provider of this course)

Learn more and buy one of our Designated Representative training courses:  http://www.dreprof.com/

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California Designated Representative Training Programs - for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Prices start at $525 per student. Board approved. Earns a training affidavit suitable for your license application.

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

DSCSA Exemption And Exclusion For COVID-19 | FDA Guidance

• California Designated Representative Training Programs - Board-Approved - For wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors - Earns a training affidavit

Open the complete guidance:  Exemption and Exclusion from Certain Requirements of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency - FDA Guidance (PDF)

According to the guidance document:

"Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, FDA has been monitoring requests related to provisions of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) because the provisions may affect the prescription drug supply chain during the COVID-19 outbreak. FDA is issuing this guidance to clarify the scope of the public health emergency exemption and exclusion under the DSCSA for the duration of the public health emergency declared by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS)" . . .

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California Designated Representative Training Programs - Board-Approved - For wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors - Earns a training affidavit

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 (CDR) Training And More!

• Online Florida CDR Training by CDR Resource Center

Updated March 8, 2026

Over the years, we've fielded many questions revolving around the Florida Certified Designated Representative license.  Of chief interest, is how to go about preparing for the State of Florida Certified Designated Representative Laws & Rules Examination.

I've invited Dr. Sharon B. Roberts* (an expert in the regulatory realm of pharmaceuticals and wholesale drug distribution, and founder of CDR Resource Center) to share some thoughts and introduce the services that CDR Resource Center can provide:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) laws and rules examination preparation
• Consulting expertise in prescription drug regulations and wholesale distribution compliance

Online Florida CDR Training By CDR Resource Center - Automated Online Training & Testing

All Prescription Drug Wholesale Distributors (including virtual BROKER -ONLY), companies that are seeking to do business in or with the State of Florida, are required to have a full-time Florida licensed Certified Designated Representative, (CDR). To become a FL licensed CDR a candidate must pass a laws and rules exam administered by the State of Florida.  CDR Resource Center has been training FL CDR candidates for over 12 years for the very difficult State exam.

Training for the State exam is offered in three ways:

1.  CDR Resource Center offers online virtual training allowing the candidate to study at their own pace from any computer.  The virtual training consists of 15 modules of educational and study materials, 100s of sample test questions and timed mock 40 question final exam. Register for FREE on our website - Try a quick FREE sample of the module style online training. 

2.  For the student who would prefer a live instructor, CDR Resource Center offers an 8 hour Webex with a live trainer.  The live training includes a bound law and rules manual, a pre-test, 7 hours of lecture and a post-test.   The live training can be purchased online in the Compliance Consulting section of the cdrresourcecenter.com. 

3.  For the candidate who has taken the State exam already and does not want to take a full course, we offer hourly consulting.  Bring us all your questions and purchase as much time as you’d like.  We can discuss your questions and point you to the correct answers. 

Additional CDR Resource Center Services

CDR Resource Center also provides state licensing support for the drug industry. Our company's licensing support services is unique to the industry allowing companies to pay as they go with no upfront onboarding fees or contracts. 

*About Our Guest Blogger - Sharon B. Roberts

Sharon Roberts, PharmD, JD, CDR

Sharon Roberts, PharmD, JD, CDR has over 25 years in the Pharmaceutical industry as a Registered Pharmacist and practicing Florida lawyer. She then became licensed as a Certified Designated Representative (CDR) and worked for the Department of Business and Professional Regulation Drug, Device and Cosmetics Program of the State of Florida where she was a State Inspector/Drug Agent inspecting businesses involved in the manufacture, purchase, storage and sale of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, devices and cosmetics. As part of this experience she became intimately familiar with the Florida Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act. The contents of this Act are the basis of the studies required to become a State Certified Designated Representative (CDR). Combining all her experience, she founded CDR Resource Center which offers over 25+ years of experience in the regulatory realm of pharmaceuticals and wholesale drug distribution.

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Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Exam - Test Preparation

• Florida CDR Exam - Automated Online Training & Testing - CDR Resource Center

Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Exam - Test Preparation

If you're interested in Florida CDR exam prep, then there's a good chance you'll also be interested in:

• California Designated Representative Training - for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Board approved. Pricing starts at $525 per student. Earns a training affidavit suitable for your California Designated Representative personal license application.

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California Designated Representative Training - for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Board approved. Pricing starts at $525 per student. Earns a training affidavit suitable for your California Designated Representative personal license application.

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

Where To Find The Florida CDR Application Form

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Question:

Where can I get the Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) application form?

Answer:

Go to the Florida Division of Drugs, Devices, and Cosmetics - Certified Designated Representative webpage. 

• then scroll down the page and click the button labeled, "Apply using a printable application."

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Designated Representative Training Courses for Wholesalers

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

Hundreds of Florida's Life Science Leaders to Convene at BioFlorida Annual Conference - BioFlorida.com

• Florida Certified Designated Representative -  CDR Exam Prep Course

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

Updated June 12, 2026

Upcoming Events - a list hosted on BioFlorida:

https://www.bioflorida.com/events/event_list.asp

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Read the full press release:  Hundreds of Florida's Life Science Leaders to Convene at BioFlorida Annual Conference - Annual Conference Showcases Advancements & Drives Growth of the Life Sciences Industry in Florida - BioFlorida.com

"Hundreds of Florida's executives, scientists, researchers, investors, legislators, and service providers from the biopharmaceutical, medical device, and healthIT industry will gather October 14-16 at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort to hear from experts on recent industry trends, connect with investors and potential partners, and celebrate Florida innovation and achievements-all to continue the growth of the industry in the state."

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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 (CDR) Exam Prep Class

Florida CDR Exam Prep Class 

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.

Buy Now! - Florida CDR Exam Prep 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 
• 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

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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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

FL Certified Designated Representative (CDR) - Certification Criteria

Updated July 20, 2026

You might be interested in:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Online Training and Testing

Here are some exam tidbits for applicants preparing to take the Florida CDR examination.

View the full webpage:  Certified Designated Representative (search on "candidate information booklets" and then select "Drugs, Devices, and Cosmetics – Certified Designated Representative" - DBPR DDDC -  Certification criteria for all CDR's and CDR applicants must (include, and are not limited to);

• "Examination scores are reported as percentage scores. The minimum percentage score needed to pass has been set at seventy-five percent (75%).
• A candidate who fails to achieve the required passing score on the examination must wait 30 days before retaking the examination. A candidate will have 18 months, from the date they are authorized to test, to pass the examination. After 18 months the candidate must reapply to the Department. Pertinent reexamination information is provided to all affected candidates along with the original grade report."

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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

FL CDR Reexamination Information

You might be interested in:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Online Training and Testing by CDR Resource Center. CDR Resource Center has been able to develop an innovative way of training candidates to prepare them for the Official State of Florida Certified Designated Representative Examination.
• People also search for Calif. Des. Rep Courses for: wholesalers | 3PL | reverse distributors

Updated October 7, 2022

The information in the original post is no longer valid. 

Make sure you review the reexamination process described in the most current version of the CIB.

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) Reexamination Information

"REEXAMINATION INFORMATION
A candidate who fails to achieve the required passing score on the examination may be reexamined upon submission of a written request and a fee of $241.00. Pertinent reexamination and contact information is provided to all affected candidates along with their original grade report."

Source:
Candidate Information Booklet for the Certified Designated Representative Laws and Rules Examination - PDF (FL CDR CIB effective July 1, 2016)

If you're preparing to take the Florida Certified Designated Representative Laws and Rules Examination, please don't wait until the last minute to prepare and study for the test.  If the exam is in your future, start studying as soon as you can, in order to avoid unnecessary stress.

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Designated Representative Training Courses – California and Florida

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

Florida’s Adoption of Federal Exemptions for Wholesale Drug Distribution May Benefit Pharmacies, Practitioners and Hospitals | Akerman LLP - Health Law Rx - JDSupra

• People also search for Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) online training, examination preparation, and wholesale distribution consulting - by CDR Resource Center.

Read the full article: Florida’s Adoption of Federal Exemptions for Wholesale Drug Distribution May Benefit Pharmacies, Practitioners and Hospitals | Akerman LLP - Health Law Rx - JDSupra:

"The 2016 Florida Legislature enacted substantial legislation (Ch. 2016-212, Laws of Florida) to bring Florida’s Drug and Cosmetic Act (Ch. 499, Florida Statutes) in line with the federal Drug Supply Chain and Security Act (“DSCSA”). Since the DSCSA preempts state law, the changes were necessary to avoid confusion between the state and federal exemptions to the term “wholesale distribution”."

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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

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."

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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

Brink’s Life Sciences transports delicate pharmaceuticals to patients worldwide | Miami Herald

Read the full article: Brink’s Life Sciences transports delicate pharmaceuticals to patients worldwide | Miami Herald:

"Seeing a major business opportunity for its existing international logistics and security network, Brink’s set up its Life Sciences Division and began rolling out its specialized services in North America and throughout the world. “Our focus on securing the supply chain for life sciences products is an area where we feel we have a competitive advantage,” Moreira said."

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CA HMDR Exemptee online internet-based training certification by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.
The Exemptee Institute

NEW! CA Designated Representative-3PL online training certification by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.- We'll send you the 3PL training affidavit upon successful course completion.
CA Designated Representative online web-based training certification by SkillsPlus Intl Inc. - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
FL Certified Designated Representative (CDR) online exam prep course - Lots of practice exams - Practice makes perfect!
The Designated Representative 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

MIA launches pharmaceutical transport certification program | Miami Herald

• Designated Representative Training: Designated Representative Training | Exemptee Training. California Designated Representative online training courses. Florida CDR training and examination preparation. California HMDR Exemptee online training certification.
  

Updated July 4, 2023:

They put the linked article behind a paywall.

You can read more about this topic here:

MIA Pharma Hub Brochure.pdf

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Read the full article: MIA launches pharmaceutical transport certification program | Miami Herald:

"Miami International Airport, already a major hub for pharmaceutical imports and exports, is the first U.S. airport to partner with the International Air Transport Association’s global certification program for handling and shipping pharmaceutical products.

To avoid spoilage of sensitive pharmaceutical products and boost international trade, IATA, the international airline trade association representing about 260 air carriers, is providing assessment and training in cold-chain pharmaceutical transportation to certify participants in MIA’s air cargo supply chain, including air cargo carriers, logistics companies, truckers, freight forwarders and warehouses."

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• FL Certified Designated Representative (CDR) online exam prep course 
• CA Designated Representative-3PL online training certification by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.- We'll send you the 3PL training affidavit upon successful course completion.
• FDA cGMP Training Courses by SkillsPlus International Inc.

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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

Didn't Pass The Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Examination?

• You might also need Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) online training, examination preparation, and wholesale distribution consulting - by CDR Resource Center.
  

Updated March 15, 2026

Question:
I took the Florida Certified Designated Representative Laws and Rules Examination, and did not pass. What could happen next?

Answer:

"A candidate who fails to achieve the required passing score on the examination must wait 30 days before retaking the examination. A candidate will have 18 months, from the date they are authorized to test, to pass the examination. After 18 months the candidate must reapply to the Department. Pertinent reexamination information is provided to all affected candidates along with the original grade report"  (source: Florida CDR CIB)

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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 CDR Exam - What To Expect - Free Test Taking Tips

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Exam Prep Course

• California Designated Representative Training Courses: (enroll now!)
     Wholesalers | 3PL | Reverse Distributors

Updated August 3, 2026

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 CDR Exam - What To Expect - Free Test Taking Tips

Avoid surprises!

Review the entire CDR CIB carefully. It contains far more information than what you see below in this post.

This post focuses on what to expect when you sit down in front of the Pearson VUE testing computer.


The CDR Candidate Information Booklet (CIB) says:
(STATE OF FLORIDA - Candidate Information Booklet for the CERTIFIED DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE LAWS AND RULES EXAMINATION - Always check for the latest published version)

Introduction:

• Before you begin the examination, you will have an opportunity to go through a tutorial on the computer.
• You'll have 15-30 minutes to take the tutorial (the CIB is inconsistent on the duration; 15 vs 30 mins).
• The time you spend on the tutorial will NOT reduce the time allotted for taking your examination. When you feel comfortable with the computer testing unit, you may begin your examination. The time of the examination begins the moment you look at the first question on your examination.

• You'll have 90 minutes to take the exam
• The exam consists of 40 multiple choice questions  

Test Taking Advice:

• Read all instructions carefully.
• For best results, pace yourself by periodically checking your progress. This will allow you to make any necessary adjustments.
• Be sure to record an answer for each question, even the items about which you are not completely sure. You can note the questions you wish to reconsider on the computer testing system and return to them later.
• Alert a Proctor or Test Center Manager to any problems that may occur during the examination. Do not wait until the examination is over to inform someone about a problem.

Scoring Procedures and Notification of Results:

• All questions are equally weighted. The minimum percentage score needed to pass has been set at seventy-five percent (75 %.)
• All candidates will receive an official photo-bearing exam result report immediately following completion of their examination.

The Pearson VUE Webpages Share Information For Test Takers:


Pearson VUE Computer-Based Testing Demo:  This demo prompts you to interact with what you see on the computer screen. By clicking around, you'll get more comfortable with the testing software.

Test Taker Tips (video) - Free tips and advice on how to get ready for the exam.

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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:

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Training Budget At Year-End - Use It or Lose It!

In A Nutshell
You would be wise to spend your allocated training budget dollars before year-end (this assumes your fiscal year-end is the same as the calendar end of year).

Why?

1. To make sure your expenses (e.g., invoices & purchases) are submitted prior to your company's closing cutoff dates, and recorded to the appropriate budget(s) for the closing year.
2. As they say, "Use it, or lose it."  If you don't spend all the allocated training dollars, many companies will simply "take" the money back (as if you were initially allocated less money for the year).
3. If you "lose it," some companies will penalize you in the upcoming budget year, because you weren't able to spend all the money previously allocated. Here's some food for thought, how can you possibly go into the upcoming year, and ask for more money, when you weren't able to spend what the company allocated to you in the prior year?!

So Buy Now!

• If it's not too late in your year-end processing cycle, consider buying now to spend down your allocated dollars.
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What's In The Exam? - Florida Certified Designated Representative Exam

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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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     California (earn a training completion certificate):

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

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     California (earn a training completion certificate):

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