Continuing Education, Pharmacy Compounding Training, and Conferences

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Online CE Opportunities Available:

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Practical Application of Acupuncture in Laboratory Animal Medicine.

This program provides an overview of acupuncture principles and mechanisms of action, including its role in pain management, multimodal analgesia, and animal welfare. Participants will explore common indications in laboratory animals, acupoint selection, and how acupuncture can be incorporated alongside conventional therapies.

Foundational concepts from Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), including Yin and Yang, are introduced, along with basic safety considerations and commonly used techniques.

This webinar is designed to support informed, safety-focused use of acupuncture as a complementary approach in laboratory animal medicine.

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Medicating Without Fear to Improve Veterinary Patient Outcomes.

Administering medications to animals can be challenging due to stress, behavior, and species-specific factors. This program provides practical strategies for non-aversive drug administration to improve compliance and reduce distress for both animals and handlers.

Participants will explore common challenges across species, including dogs, cats, rabbits, and small rodents, along with approaches to improve dosing methods, palatability, and adherence. The session also highlights the collaborative role of pharmacists and veterinarians in developing effective medication plans and educating pet owners.

This webinar is designed to support safe, efficient, and humane medication practices while improving outcomes in veterinary patients.

 

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Supporting Veterinary Prescribing: Challenges and Solutions.

Veterinary prescribing presents unique challenges due to species differences, off-label use, and complex clinical environments. This program provides an overview of common prescribing challenges and explores practical strategies to improve accuracy, safety, and efficiency in veterinary practice.

Participants will review sources of prescribing errors, the role of evidence-based decision-making, and available tools such as formularies, dosing resources, and practice management systems. The session also highlights emerging technologies, including decision support tools and artificial intelligence, as well as the importance of collaboration between pharmacists and veterinarians.

This webinar is designed to support improved prescribing practices and promote safe, effective medication use in veterinary patients.

 

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Molidustat for Felines.

Anemia is a common complication in cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and can significantly impact patient outcomes. This program provides an overview of the pathophysiology and diagnostic considerations of anemia in feline CKD, along with current treatment approaches and their limitations.

Participants will review the mechanism of action, clinical data, and regulatory status of molidustat, a newer therapeutic option for managing anemia in feline patients. The session also explores how this therapy compares to existing standards of care and considerations for its use in practice.

This webinar is designed to support informed clinical decision-making and improve management of anemia in cats with CKD.

 

2024 Veterinary Pharmacy Conference Bundle
Earn up to 9.0 hours of ACPE-accredited CE

  • ACVP Members: $270
  • Special rates available for pharmacy technicians and student pharmacists
  • Designed for both new and experienced veterinary pharmacy professionals
  • Also available to veterinarians and other veterinary medicine professionals

Included CE Sessions:

  1. Minimizing Dosing Stress During the Pre- and Post-Operative Period — Karen Froberg-Fejko, LATg, VMD
  2. GFI #256 on the March: FDA Inspection Results — Brenda Jensen, CPhT, CNMT, MBA
  3. Pharmacological Challenges in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine — Michelle Bowman, DVM
  4. Use of Immunosuppressive Medications in Dogs — Andrew Woolcock, DVM, DACVIM
  5. Use of Immunosuppressive Medications in Cats — Andrew Woolcock, DVM, DACVIM
  6. Canine Hypothyroidism — Timothy Bolton, DVM, DACVIM
  7. Feline Hyperthyroidism — Timothy Bolton, DVM, DACVIM
  8. Use of SGLT2 Inhibitors in Cats — J. Catharine Scott-Moncrieff, MA Vet MB MS DACVIM DECVIM DSAM
  9. Continuous Blood Glucose Monitoring in Dogs and Cats — J. Catharine Scott-Moncrieff, MA Vet MB MS DACVIM DECVIM DSAM

 

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology, and Drug Disposition in Nonhuman Patients.

As pharmacists increasingly care for both human and non-human patients, understanding species-specific differences is essential. This program provides an overview of key anatomical and physiological factors that influence drug disposition in animal patients.

Participants will review how species differences affect pharmacokinetics, dosing, and therapeutic outcomes, along with important considerations such as metabolic limitations, genetic variations, and vital sign thresholds. The session also highlights the need for improved veterinary pharmacotherapy knowledge and interprofessional collaboration.

This webinar is designed to strengthen foundational knowledge and support safe, effective medication use in nonhuman patients.

 

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Introduction to Homeopathic Medicines for Veterinary Pharmacists.

Homeopathic medicines are widely used in both human and veterinary care, yet misconceptions about their efficacy and safety remain. This program provides an overview of the basic principles of homeopathy, including how these products are manufactured and regulated.

Participants will compare allopathic and homeopathic approaches to treatment and review best practices for the safe and appropriate use of homeopathic medicines in veterinary and human patients. The session also highlights commonly used homeopathic products for select conditions.

This webinar is designed to support informed decision-making and improve understanding of the role of homeopathic medicines in patient care.

 

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Pregabalin for Felines.

Transportation-related anxiety is common in cats and can impact access to veterinary care. This program provides an overview of pregabalin, a recently FDA-approved option for managing anxiety in feline patients.

Participants will review the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, safety, and efficacy of pregabalin, along with appropriate dosing and administration strategies. The session also compares human and veterinary formulations and highlights key considerations for counseling pet owners.

This webinar is designed to support informed use of pregabalin and improve patient care and compliance in feline practice.

 

Earn 1.0 hour (0.1 CEU) of continuing education credit through the on-demand webinar Improving Antibiotic Use in Companion Animal Medicine: A Team-Based Approach.

Inappropriate antibiotic prescribing in veterinary medicine contributes to antimicrobial resistance, impacting both animal and human health. This program provides an overview of current challenges in veterinary antibiotic use and the importance of stewardship within a One Health framework.

Participants will explore how a multidisciplinary, team-based approach can improve prescribing practices, including the role of pharmacists in supporting appropriate antibiotic use. The session also reviews strategies to promote guideline awareness and implementation in veterinary settings.

This webinar is designed to support responsible antibiotic use and strengthen stewardship efforts in companion animal medicine.

 

The Compounding Clarity: Decoding USP Standards in Pharmacy Practice Bundle provides 3.0 contact hours (0.3 CEUs) of continuing education for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

This bundle includes four webinars covering key regulatory and compounding standards:

  • GFI #256: How it affects compounding for veterinary patients (0.5 CE)
    Overview of FDA enforcement discretion, bulk substances, and office stock nominations.
  • Understanding the revision to USP <795> (0.5 CE)
    Key updates to nonsterile compounding, including BUDs, dosage forms, and documentation.
  • Preparing for change: Key aspects of revised USP <797> (1 CE)
    Overview of sterile compounding requirements, including CSP categories, facility standards, and quality management.
  • Interpreting and Applying USP Compounded Preparation Monographs (1 CE)
    Guidance on using USP monographs to support quality and consistency in compounding.

 

Earn up to 8.0 hours (0.8 CEUs) of continuing education in veterinary pharmacy with the 2023 ACVP Veterinary Pharmacy Conference Bundle.

This bundle includes the following sessions:

  • GFI #256: How it affects compounding for veterinary patients — 0.5 CE
  • Pearls and Innovations: Unique Patient Cases — 1.0 CE
  • Understanding the revision to USP <795> — 0.5 CE
  • Interpreting and Applying USP Compounded Preparation Monographs — 1.0 CE
  • Backyard Chicken Basics — 2.0 CE
  • “Micro-Influencers”: The top dog when germs are in charge — 1.0 CE
  • Preparing for change: Key aspects of revised USP <797> — 1.0 CE
  • I’m Precepting a Veterinary Pharmacy Rotation—Where Do I Start? — 1.0 CE

Compounding Training Courses through ACA

ACVP Members save $200 off non-member pricing on compounding training courses offered by the American College of Apothecaries.

Compounding For The Veterinary Patient Home Study
In this 6hour knowledge-based home study learning program, participants will review the regulations of veterinary medicine and recommendations for veterinary compounding, as well as the challenges in compounding for a veterinary patient. Participants will explore ways to help patients and owners by adjusting dosage strength, customizing dosage forms, and tailoring ingredient selection by animal species.  Participants will review important compounding principles, including the benefits and risks of different routes of administration, the appropriate application of excipients, and the use of flavoring agents.