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Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee "Certification"

The HMDR program licenses Exemptees.  Exemptee license applicants must provide copies of certificates or transcripts showing that they've successfully completed a training program, course, or class that covers specific topics (listed on the Exemptee license application form). Some people reference this as: certification, training certificates, certificate of completion, or completion documents,

About The Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Licensing Program

The HMDR program is mandated by Assembly Bill 1496 of the 1999-2000 legislative session. This program licenses California HMDR facilities and registers Out-of-State HMDR facilities. In-State HMDR facilities supply prescription medical devices or durable medical equipment for use in the home to treat acute or chronic illnesses or injuries. Out-of-State HMDR facilities must supply prescription medical devices in order to qualify for the registration. The HMDR program also licenses exemptees that are required to be on staff in lieu of a pharmacist at facilities selling prescription medical devices as described under California and Federal medical device laws.

Exemptee Training Certification Courses

In 2002, SkillsPlus International Inc. was the first company to start offering the California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course (approved by the California Department of Public Health - Home Medical Device Retailer Program). SkillsPlus International Inc. continues to offer this highly popular and respected course, the California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification Course. $525 per student.


Useful Links

• Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) License Applications - including the HMDR Exemptee Application: CDPH 8695
• California Sherman Food, Drug and Cosmetic Law (PDF) (Note: get the most current version on the HMDR Program website) - The Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) licensing program is administered as part of the Medical Device Safety Section and is governed by law found in the California Sherman Food, Drug and Cosmetic Law.  The Sherman Law was amended in the 1999-2000 legislative session to establish the HMDR licensing program.