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Key Facts: CT MPJE Exam

120

Questions

100 scored + 20 pretest

75

Passing Score

NABP scaled score

2.5h

Exam Time

Pearson VUE

3:1

Tech Ratio

CT max

15h/yr

CE Required

CT renewal

$270

Exam Fee

NABP 2026

The CT MPJE covers federal pharmacy law (DEA, FDA, CSA, HIPAA) and Connecticut-specific regulations including CPMRS PDMP checks, 7-day initial opioid limit, Commission of Pharmacy authority, technician certification, naloxone standing orders, 15h/yr CE, and 3:1 technician ratio.

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1Under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which DEA schedule includes drugs with the highest potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical use?
A.Schedule I
B.Schedule II
C.Schedule III
D.Schedule IV
Explanation: Schedule I substances have a high potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, and a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision. Examples include heroin, LSD, and MDMA.
2A DEA Form 222 is required for the transfer of which schedule of controlled substances between registrants?
A.Schedule II only
B.Schedules II and III
C.Schedules III through V
D.All controlled substances
Explanation: DEA Form 222 (or its electronic equivalent under CSOS) is required for the distribution and transfer of Schedule II controlled substances between DEA registrants. Schedules III-V can be transferred using invoices with specific record-keeping requirements.
3Under federal law, what is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III controlled substance prescription?
A.No refills allowed
B.Up to 3 refills within 6 months
C.Up to 5 refills within 6 months
D.Up to 5 refills within 1 year
Explanation: Federal law allows up to 5 refills for Schedule III-V controlled substance prescriptions within 6 months from the date the prescription was issued. Schedule II prescriptions cannot be refilled.
4The Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951 established which key distinction in drug classification?
A.Generic vs. brand-name drugs
B.Prescription (legend) vs. over-the-counter drugs
C.Controlled vs. non-controlled substances
D.Biological vs. chemical drugs
Explanation: The Durham-Humphrey Amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) established the distinction between prescription (legend) drugs and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
5Under OBRA '90, pharmacists participating in Medicaid programs are required to perform which of the following?
A.Drug utilization review and patient counseling
B.Compounding of specialty medications
C.Verification of patient insurance
D.Annual inventory of controlled substances
Explanation: The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA '90) mandated that pharmacists provide drug utilization review (DUR) and offer to counsel Medicaid patients on their prescriptions.
6The Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) requires child-resistant packaging for most prescription drugs. Which of the following is an exemption?
A.Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets
B.Amoxicillin capsules
C.Metformin tablets
D.Lisinopril tablets
Explanation: Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets are exempt from child-resistant packaging requirements under the PPPA because they require immediate access in emergency cardiac situations.
7What is the primary purpose of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)?
A.Regulate direct-to-consumer advertising
B.Create an electronic system to track and trace prescription drugs
C.Establish drug pricing transparency
D.Monitor pharmacy benefit manager practices
Explanation: The DSCSA establishes requirements for an electronic, interoperable system to identify and trace certain prescription drugs as they are distributed in the United States to protect consumers from exposure to drugs that may be counterfeit, stolen, contaminated, or otherwise harmful.
8Under HIPAA, a pharmacy may disclose protected health information (PHI) without patient authorization for which purpose?
A.Marketing of new pharmaceutical products
B.Treatment, payment, and healthcare operations
C.Employment background checks
D.Sale of patient mailing lists
Explanation: HIPAA permits disclosure of PHI without patient authorization for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations (TPO). Other disclosures generally require written patient authorization.
9How often must a pharmacy conduct an inventory of Schedule II controlled substances according to DEA regulations?
A.Monthly
B.Quarterly
C.Biennially (every 2 years)
D.Annually
Explanation: DEA regulations require a complete inventory of all controlled substances (Schedules II-V) at least every two years (biennially). The initial inventory must be taken on the date the registrant first engages in the activity.
10A pharmacist discovers a significant loss of Schedule II controlled substances. Which DEA form must be filed?
A.DEA Form 41
B.DEA Form 106
C.DEA Form 222
D.DEA Form 224
Explanation: DEA Form 106 (Report of Theft or Significant Loss of Controlled Substances) must be filed when a pharmacy discovers a significant loss or theft of controlled substances.

About the CT MPJE Exam

The Connecticut MPJE tests knowledge of federal pharmacy law and Connecticut-specific pharmacy regulations under Conn. Gen. Stat. Chapter 400j. Required alongside the NAPLEX for pharmacist licensure in Connecticut.

Exam sponsor: NABP / CT Dept. of Consumer Protection. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

120 questions

Time Limit

2.5 hours

Passing Score

75 (scaled score)

Exam / Certification Fees

$270

Exam sponsor website

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Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

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22%

Licensure & Personnel

Pharmacist qualifications, intern/technician requirements, license renewal, disciplinary actions

33%

Pharmacist Practice

Prescription requirements, counseling, controlled substance rules, collaborative practice agreements

24%

Dispensing Requirements

Generic substitution, prescription transfers, DUR, labeling, PDMP checking

21%

Pharmacy Operations

Controlled substance records, compounding standards, pharmacy permits, automated dispensing

Preparing for the CT MPJE Exam

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  • Passing score: 75 (scaled score)
  • Exam length: 120 questions
  • Time limit: 2.5 hours
  • Exam / certification fees: $270 Official sources

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CT MPJE: Suggested Study Strategy

1Study Conn. Gen. Stat. Chapter 400j for Connecticut-specific pharmacy regulations
2Master DEA controlled substance schedules, forms (222, 106, 41), and corresponding responsibility
3Know Connecticut CPMRS requirements and mandatory query triggers
4Review Connecticut naloxone standing order and collaborative practice agreements
5Understand federal vs. state law conflicts — the more restrictive law prevails

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CT MPJE passing score?

The Connecticut MPJE requires a scaled score of 75. The exam has 120 questions (100 scored, 20 pretest) over 2.5 hours at Pearson VUE.

What Connecticut laws are tested?

The CT MPJE covers Conn. Gen. Stat. Chapter 400j, Board of Pharmacy rules, CPMRS requirements, and state-specific dispensing/controlled substance regulations.

What is the technician ratio in Connecticut?

Connecticut allows a 3:1 technician-to-pharmacist ratio. Technicians must be registered with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.

How many CE hours does Connecticut require?

Connecticut requires 15 hours per year of ACPE-accredited continuing pharmacy education.

What is Connecticut's opioid supply limit?

Connecticut limits initial opioid prescriptions for acute pain to a 7-day supply.