The CEU requirement must be completed within what time frame to renew a Montana pharmacist license (excluding new graduates)?

• A. Within the 12 months prior to June 30
• B. Within the calendar year
• C. Within the 2 years prior to renewal
• D. On the renewal date only

Answer: (A)

The time frame being tested is the renewal cycle window. In Montana, pharmacist CEUs must be completed within the 12 months immediately before the license renewal date, which is June 30. This means CEUs earned July 1 of the previous year up to June 30 of the renewal year count toward the requirement. For example, a renewal on June 30, 2025 requires CEUs earned between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025. New graduates are excluded from this scenario, but the standard window still applies to other licensees. CEUs cannot be saved for after the renewal date or earned only on the renewal day.