Pharmacist / Louisiana
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Louisiana Pharmacist License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Dispenses medications and counsels patients. Requires PharmD degree.

What the Louisiana data shows for Pharmacists

Becoming a licensed pharmacist in Louisiana means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 5,095 training hours, a passing score on NAPLEX and MPJE, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Louisiana regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)".

The initial price tag is $282, and renewal costs $246 every 2 years. The license also carries an ongoing 30-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

On reciprocity, pharmacists should know: NAPLEX results recognized nationwide — state law exam differs.

Licensing Requirements in Louisiana

Education / Training Hours
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
5,095 hours
Exam Requirement
NAPLEX and MPJE
Required
Initial License Fee
$282
Renewal Fee
$246
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
30 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Pharmacist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana requires 5095 education/training hours, passing an exam (NAPLEX and MPJE), and an initial fee of $282. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Pharmacist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana licenses pharmacists who complete its requirements (5095 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Louisiana licensing board.
Can I transfer my Pharmacist license to Louisiana from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for pharmacists nationally works like this: NAPLEX results recognized nationwide — state law exam differs. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Louisiana. Verify the specifics with the Louisiana licensing board.
Does Louisiana require a background check for Pharmacist licensing? ▼
Yes, Louisiana requires a criminal background check as part of the pharmacist licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Pharmacist in Louisiana? ▼
To stay licensed as a pharmacist in Louisiana, plan on 30 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $246.

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Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

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