Immunization Information

Pharmacists and pharmacy or graduate interns may obtain from the Board, certification to administer immunizations, vaccines, and, in an emergency, epinephrine and diphenhydramine to an eligible adult patient or eligible minor patient. You must have a current Arizona pharmacist or intern license to obtain certification. 

Please note: Interns are not to give immunizations unless under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist who also holds a valid immunization certificate.

If you have any questions about immunization, please email licensing@azpharmacy.gov.

New Applicants

  • a completed application
  • proof of completion of a training program specified in A.A.C. R4-23-411
  • a current certificate in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation


Renewal Applicants

  • completed as part of your pharmacist license renewal every 2 years
  • 2 hours of ACPE-approved immunization related CE
  • a current certificate in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Below are some of the more common statutes & rules associated with immunization.
For questions or additional information, please contact the Board office.

Statutes Description
 A.R.S. ยง 32-1974 Pharmacists; administration of immunizations, vaccines and emergency medications; certification; reporting requirements; advisory committee; definitions
Rules  
A.A.C. R4-23-411 Pharmacist-administered or Pharmacy or Graduate Intern-administered Immunizations