Training Course For Florida Prescription Drug Wholesale Distributor CDR Candidates

•  You might also need the following Board-approved California Designated Representative courses: - Wholesaler Training Course - 3PL Training Course - Reverse Distributor Training Course

Training For Florida Prescription Drug Wholesale Distributor Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Candidates

All prescription drug wholesale distributors (including virtual BROKER-ONLY), and 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). A Florida licensed Certified Designated Representative (CDR) must be employed by the Prescription Drug Wholesale Distributor at the time of new application, and during all operating hours of the facility. The State of Florida itself, administers the official proctored State exam. This training course has everything you need to train your staff to pass the official State of Florida exam.

Learn more about the course, and buy now! 
FLORIDA – Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Training Course (by CDR Resource Center)

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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

The Effect of COVID-19 on NABP’s Drug Distributor Accreditation Program (formerly VAWD) & The Future of Accreditation and Re-accreditation - GTC Consulting

Updated October 13, 2025

The original link broke.

You can still read about the same topic here:

Breaking Down The Requirements For VAWD Accreditation - GTC Consulting

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The Effect of COVID-19 on NABP’s Drug Distributor Accreditation Program (formerly VAWD) & The Future of Accreditation and Re-accreditation - GTC Consulting

According to the post:

" ... applicants pursuing the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Drug Distributor Accreditation (formerly the Verified Accredited Wholesale Distributor program or VAWD) are not being cleared for survey unless the applicants sufficiently prove they have a process in place to detect and prevent the spread of COVID-19. I think we can all agree from a public health perspective this makes sense. However, the challenge here, as everyone who has ever been through this accreditation process is well aware of, NABP is not the best at providing clear guidance as to what they specifically want from the applicant to satisfy their standards. This new requirement is no exception as many applicants find themselves going back and forth with NABP hoping to mitigate costly and time consuming survey delays."

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If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit (accepted by the Board) by taking any one of our courses.

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

NABP Drug Distributor Accreditation (Formerly VAWD) - nabp SOLUTIONS

• Buy now! California Designated Representative Training Programs accepted by the California Board of Pharmacy - for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a training affidavit.

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Updated April 3, 2022

This blog post has been removed.

The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy's consulting arm (NABP Solutions) was acquired in September 2021.

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California Designated Representative Training Programs accepted by the California Board of Pharmacy - for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a training affidavit.

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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) 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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Coronavirus Industry Impact: Patients, Pharmacies, and Wholesalers (Part 1) - Drug Channels

• California Designated Representative Wholesaler - online training program. Board approved. $525 per student. Earns a Board recognized training affidavit. | Learn more and enroll in this course.

Read the full article:  Coronavirus Industry Impact: Patients, Pharmacies, and Wholesalers (Part 1) - Drug Channels

According to the article:

"Two-thirds of our survey’s respondents expect that wholesalers will increase their inventory levels of prescription drugs. Such a change would negatively impact wholesalers’ profitability, at least until gross margins could adjust."

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

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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

California and the Future of the US Rx Pricing | Pharmaceutical Executive

Read the full article: California and the Future of the US Rx Pricing | Pharmaceutical Executive:

"First of all, what does the California proposition mandate?

 “The California Drug Price Relief Act” states that any prescription drug obtained by the State of California shall be purchased at the same “fixed price” that is accorded to the U.S. Veterans Administration, i.e., at about a 42% of average wholesale price. This is a really low price that is accorded to the VA as gesture of drug industry support for the armed services. It was never meant to be a market price point, but that is exactly what may happen if this California initiative passes on Nov. 8th."

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For CA Designated Representative & 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

DSCSA Regulations & Guidances From The FDA Are Overdue

• California Designated Representative Training Courses - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy for:  wholesalers | 3PL | reverse distributors
• People also look for these FDA CGMP online training courses

Updated Nov 26, 2019.  You might also be interested in:

• FDA guidance and policy documents related to the DSCSA

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This should interest wholesale drug distributors and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).

A total of four DSCSA regulations and guidances were expected from the FDA by November 27, 2015 (Source: Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) Implementation Plan; view the text version of the graphic):

Section of DSCSA	Deliverable Type	Deliverable Description	Estimated Target Date
202	Guidance	Publish guidance on processes for waivers, exceptions, exemptions	11/27/2015
202	Guidance	Publish final guidance on grandfathering product	11/27/2015
204	Regulation	Develop regulations establishing standards for licensing of wholesale drug distributors	11/27/2015
205	Regulation	Develop regulations establishing standards for licensing of third-party logistic providers	11/27/2015

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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

FDA Posts Wholesale Distributor and 3PL License Database | RxTrace

• California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

Updated December 4, 2018

The following link opens the:
Wholesale Distributor and Third-Party Logistics Provider Reporting Database

"The database contains information self-submitted by wholesale distributors and third-party logistics providers. Changes to the information can only be made by the entity reporting the information, who must resubmit the information to the FDA. Reporting by a wholesale distributor or third-party logistics providers does not denote that the facility is licensed or approved by FDA or that the firm and facility is in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations."

You might also be interested in:
Verify Wholesale Drug Distributor Licenses - FDA.gov

"Prescription drugs should only be purchased from wholesale drug distributors licensed in the United States. To verify a wholesale drug distributor is licensed in the state(s) where it is conducting business, use the link provided in the table below to access your state licensing authority's database or contact information. (Note: The databases accessible through the links below are maintained by your state licensing authority.)"

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Read the full article: FDA Posts Wholesale Distributor and 3PL License Database | RxTrace:

 . . ."anyone who buys drugs from wholesale distributors should include a step in their “purchasing” Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to check this database to confirm that the company they are placing an order with is properly licensed in the jurisdiction they are located in."

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References:
FDA - Wholesale Distributor and Third-Party Logistics Providers Reporting
FDA - Wholesale Distributors and Third-Party Logistics Providers Search

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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 Required For Out-Of-State Prescription Drug Wholesalers

• Florida CDR Training. The ONLY live and interactive Florida CDR training presented by a former State of Florida Drug Inspector who is formally trained as a pharmacist and Florida attorney. Florida Certified Designated Representative training and more, by CDR Resource Center.
  
• You might also need Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) online training, examination preparation, and wholesale distribution consulting - by CDR Resource Center.
  

Updated September 17, 2024

Source: Permitting -  Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Division of Drugs, Devices and Cosmetics:

"DIVISION OF DRUGS, DEVICES AND COSMETICS

IS AN APPLICANT FOR AN OUT-OF-STATE PRESCRIPTION DRUG WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTOR PERMIT REQUIRED TO HAVE A FLORIDA CERTIFIED DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE?

Yes, having a Certified Designated Representative is one of the minimum requirements for the Out-of-State Prescription Drug Wholesale Distributor permit."

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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

Wholesaler Self-Assessment by the Designated Representative (California)

• California Designated Representative Training Courses For Wholesalers, 3PL, Reverse Distributors - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

Updated February 4, 2026

Follow this link to the self-assessment forms:

Self-Assessment Forms


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Although wholesaler self-assessments are due in odd-numbered years, there are additional circumstances that require additional self-assessments.

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS - DIVISION 17, TITLE 16
1784. Self-Assessment of a Wholesaler by the Designated Representative-in-Charge
(a) The designated representative-in-charge of each wholesaler as defined under section 4160 of the Business and Professions Code shall complete a self-assessment of the wholesaler’s compliance with federal and state pharmacy law. The assessment shall be performed before July 1 of every odd-numbered year. The primary purpose of the self-assessment is to promote compliance through self-examination and education.
 (b) In addition to the self-assessment required in subdivision (a) of this section, the designated representative-in-charge shall complete a self-assessment within 30 days whenever:
(1) A new wholesaler permit is issued, or
(2) There is a change in the designated representative-in-charge. The new designated representative-in-charge of a wholesaler is responsible for compliance with this subdivision.
(3) There is a change in the licensed location of a wholesaler to a new address. ...

This text of Section 1784 has been truncated. Please refer to the Lawbook for the text in its entirety.

Authority cited:
Section 4005, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Sections 4022.5,4043, 4053, 4059, 4120, 4160, 4161, 4201, 4301 and 4305.5, Business and Professions Code.

Source:
2014 LAWBOOK FOR PHARMACY (California Board of Pharmacy) - PDF

You might also be interested in:
CA Board of Pharmacy - Applications & Forms - Wholesaler Self-Assessment (scroll down to this section)

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California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL, reverse distributor) - 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  
• 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

Drug Supplier Will Acquire Pharmaceutical Wholesaler - CEMag

• Register now to take a California Designated Representative training course for:
         Wholesalers | 3PL | Reverse Distributors

Updated August 17, 2021

The original link broke.

You can still read about this story here:

ScripsAmerica to Acquire Florida-Based Pharmaceutical Wholesaler - Intrado GlobeNewswire

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Drug Supplier Will Acquire Pharmaceutical Wholesaler - CEMag:

"ScripsAmerica Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire PIMD International, LLC, a wholesale distributor of prescription drugs as well as medical supplies and devices.

Based in Miami, PIMD International LLC serves as a pharmaceutical wholesaler to pharmacies, hospitals, and physician's offices in the US. The company also sells medical supplies in all health care settings and online. PIMD, which will become part of ScripsAmerica, provides its customers with access to specific medications for their end users."

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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

Drug Supply Chain at Risk for Diversion & Counterfeit

• If your company needs another California Designated Representative - Wholesaler, or a California Designated Representative - 3PL, they'll need Board-approved training to apply for their Designated Representative license application. Board-approved California Designated Representative courses: 

• - Wholesaler Training Course

• - 3PL Training Course

• - Reverse Distributor Training Course

Prescription Drug Supply Chain at Risk for Diversion Schemes and Counterfeit... -- MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill., Oct. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --:

"In "Wholesale Drug Distribution: Protecting the Integrity of the Nation's Prescription Drug Supply," NABP points to the roles of unscrupulous wholesalers in distributing counterfeit drugs and unapproved foreign-sourced drugs that have endangered patients across the country. To help safeguard the distribution chain, NABP has implemented updated criteria for the Association's Verified-Accredited Wholesale Distributors (VAWD) accreditation program"

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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 Chronic Pain Patients Unable to Get Prescriptions Filled

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

Florida Chronic Pain Patients Unable to Get Prescriptions Filled | WFSU:

"“There isn’t a doctor, a pharmacist or a wholesaler that is in Florida that is not terrified of the Drug Enforcement Administration," he says.

And pain patients like John Gibson, who lives in Wakulla Co., say they are the unintended victims of the crackdown. Gibson contracted an infection while volunteering to help Hurricane Katrina victims; it's left him in chronic pain. He says, he  filed a complaint with the Florida health department when several pharmacists wouldn’t fill his pain med prescriptions."

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Exam prep self-study course for Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) license applicants

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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

Walgreens/Boots - Largest pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution network

Article > Walgreens/Boots merger creates world's largest pharmacy:

"The new entity will have over 11,000 stores in 12 countries and enjoy "the largest global pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution network", with 370 distribution centres delivering to more than 170,000 pharmacies, doctors, healthcentres and hospitals in 21 countries. It will also be the world’s largest purchaser of prescription drugs and claims to have "unmatched supply chain and procurement expertise [and] a unique platform for growth in developed and emerging markets"."

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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

Keywords:  pharmacy, designated representative, training, certification, license, wholesaler, California, Florida

Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR)

About Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Exam Prep :

"Drugs, Devices, and Cosmetics Program - Certified Designated Representative: All prescription drug wholesale distributor and out-of-state prescription drug wholesale distributor permittees and applicants must designate in writing at least one natural person to serve as the designated representative for a given establishment."

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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

     Florida:

• FL 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 Wholesaler Self-Assessments Due July 1

• California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

California Board of Pharmacy Self-Assessment Forms

Updated November 21, 2025

Use the latest version of the forms posted on the Board's website:

CA Board of Pharmacy - Self-Assessment Forms

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According to a recent CA Board of Pharmacy email notification*, the July 1 deadline for pharmacies and wholesalers to perform their biennial self-assessment is approaching.  In a nutshell, here's what they're saying.

The Board prefers that the draft (updated) forms be used, but they can't require that the newer version be used.

Therefore, you have a choice to use the January 2010 versions of the forms (current regulations), or the draft self-assessment forms (which are not specifically required, and have more up-to-date descriptions of requirements).

California Board of Pharmacy - Applications and Forms - Self-Assessment Forms (scroll down to this section to download the forms)

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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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California Designated Representative Training Courses (wholesaler, 3PL) - Approved by the California State Board of Pharmacy

* Source:

Subject: Self Assessment Nearly Due for Pharmacies and Wholesalers
From: Board of Pharmacy
To: PHARM-GENERAL@LISTSERV.DCA.CA.GOV

Sent on 6/14/2011

CA Pharmacy - Wholesaler Surety Bond Info

Sign-up for Board-approved Designated Representative training:

• California Designated Rep Wholesaler online training course 
• California Designated Representative 3PL online training course 
• California Designated Rep Reverse Distributor online training course
  

Updated December 26, 2021

According to the California Board of Pharmacy - Instructions for Filing a Nonresident Wholesaler Application webpage, in addition to addressing other requirements, an application for a nonresident wholesaler must also include a surety bond or other equivalent means of security.

Here's how to find the forms and more information about surety bonds. I haven't provided the pdf links because it's important to me that you access the most current forms and information available. Therefore, it's best to follow this clickpath:  

• The surety bond form, standby letter of credit form and cash deposit form are now available on the board’s Web site. Look for "Surety Bond Information" and "Surety Bond - Questions and Answers."

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FDA Urges Companies To Prevent Cargo Thefts

• Trusted FDA GMP online training courses taught by SkillsPlus International Inc.

According to this blog post, the FDA wants companies to review their security practices to prevent "cargo theft" from warehouses and tractor trailers, FDA Wants Companies To Prevent Cargo Theft.

This should be of some interest to wholesalers handling a variety of FDA-regulated products such as prescription or over-the-counter medicines, medical devices, or infant formula.

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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

FAQ: Designated Representative or Exemptee?

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training Courses | by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.  - for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors. Board Approved. 
  
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Updated May 25, 2022

Unfortunately, the originally linked document is no longer available.

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Question:

Am I a "Designated Representative" or "Exemptee" in the eyes of the California State Board of Pharmacy?

Answer:
Designated Representative.

According to the DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE* - REQUIREMENTS AND APPLICATION 17M-27 (Rev. 1/08):

Under California law, the name used to describe any individual who is in charge of any wholesale drug premises (in California or elsewhere) will change on January 1, 2006, from the former name, exemptee, to designated representative. For conventional use, the board will refer to such an individual as a designated representative throughout this application.

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California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training Courses | by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.  - for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors. 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

Writing Standard Operating Procedures - Course Announced

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The Board of Pharmacy and HMDR require folks to have SOPs (standard operating procedures). If you don't have any, you should. If you're writing them, or revising them, read on. I've just learned about this new course offering by SkillsPlus International Inc., Writing Procedures: Drug and Device Wholesalers and HMDR's. 

 Here's how the course is described:

Learn to write procedures quickly and thoroughly. Allan shares his experiences and techniques for writing procedures. This class is based on 30 years of experience writing procedures and teaching others to write them.

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