Certificates of registration for pharmacist licensure are granted in most states for a period of:

A. 1 to 2 years
B. 2 to 3 years
C. 3 to 4 years
D. 4 to 5 years

a
Rationale: Most states guarantee licensure for 1 to
2 years. Continuing education must be undertaken so pharmacists and pharmacy technicians remain on the cutting edge of new advancements in their practice. This relatively short period of licensure (before having to become relicensed) helps to ensure better quality of skills, abilities, and continuing growth of knowledge.