Getting Licensed as a Pharmacist - An Unofficial Resource Guide to the 50 States of the US - As of 6/30/17

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Getting Licensed as a Pharmacist provides state-by-state guidance for pharmacist licensure across all 50 U.S. states, updated through June 30, 2017. It outlines licensing application processes, required documents, fees for initial licensure, license renewal periods, and continuing education requirements. The guide also points to pharmacy law resources and board websites, clarifying terms such as reciprocity, ACPE accreditation, NAPLEX/MPJE exams, and NAPLEX score transfer. It emphasizes limits in accuracy and advises checking each state’s board of pharmacy for current rules.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

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Pages54

Reading Time2 h 16 min

AccessFree to download

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GETTING LICENSED ASA PHARMACIST: AN UNOFFICIAL RESOURCE GUIDE TO THE 50 STATES OF THE US – AS OF 6/30/17 This booklet contains information for all 50 states available for pharmacy licensure and is up to date as of June 30, 2017. WE CANNOT GUARANTEE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS ACCURATE BEYOND THE DATE POSTED, AND WE DO NOT ENDORSE, PROMOTE OR SUPPORT ANY PROGRAMS LISTED IN THIS GUIDE. Please consult the state Board of Pharmacy or licensing agency for the most current requirements for licensure. Compiled by: Inderjit Ajimal (BUCOPHS graduate in 2013), Jacquelyn Proffitt (BUCOPHS graduate in 2013), Brianna Patton (BUCOPHS graduate in 2014), Caitlin Murphy (BUCOPHS graduate in 2015), Ryan Junkins (P4 pharmacy major, BUCOPHS, class of 2017), Anne Leighty (P4 pharmacy major, class of 2018), with preceptor: Erin Albert, PharmD, MBA, JD. Contact: @ErinLAlbert on Twitter About This Booklet This booklet contains information on all 50 states available for pharmacist licensure in 2016.The following information is up to date as of June 30, 2017.The information in this booklet applies to graduates of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy who are applying for initial licensure by examination in the United States of America.Graduates ofa foreign school of pharmacy should check online for information on how to apply for licensure.Additionally, applicants applying for licensure by reciprocity or score transfer should check with the respective board of pharmacy to see if their requirements differ.Please check the individualstate’s licensing agency or board of pharmacy (BOP) website for the most up to date information. ******We do not guarantee, endorse, promote or support any of the programs listed in this resource guide – it is only a list of information we found at other sites and through other professionals. ******* Each state contains the following information: - Link to the Board of Pharmacy website. - Link to application form/online application, if applicable. - Requirements and process to obtain license, including supporting documentation. - Continuing education requirements, including details of type and applicable deadlines. - Cost of initial licensure and other fees assessed. - License renewal information, including renewal period and renewal fee. - Pharmacy Law Resources, including links to that state’s pharmacy laws and statutes, as well as information on live review sessions or study materials available,if applicable. This information was updated and revised based on older documents put together by former and current Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences pharmacy students: • InderjitAjimal, Jacquelyn Proffitt (graduates of BUCOPHS in 2013), • Brianna Patton (BUCOPHS graduate in 2014), • Caitlin Murphy (2015, BUCOPHS graduate), • Ryan Junkins (P4 pharmacy student,BUCOPHS, class of 2017),and • Anne Leighty (P4 pharmacy student, BUCOPHS, class of 2018). Information on licensure was collected from the websites of state licensing agencies and boards of pharmacy.Information on pharmacy law resources was collected by contacting pharmacy law professors who are part of the American Society for Pharmacy Law (ASPL) educators list, as well as by searching online for the most current state pharmacy laws.This booklet is in no way a comprehensive review of all pharmacy law resources available. Terms to Know Continuing Post-graduate learning required for maintenance of a pharmacist license Education Reciprocity License transfer from another state ACPE Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education NAPLEX North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination MPJE Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination Score transfer The process of transferring NAPLEX scores to another state for initial licensing, usually within 12 months of passing score NABP National Association of Boards of Pharmacy Examination Information 2017 NAPLEX/MPJE Candidate Registrati

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What information does the guide provide for each state?

Each state section includes links to the Board of Pharmacy website and application resources, plus the requirements and process for licensure, continuing education rules, initial licensure costs, renewal details, and pharmacy law resources.

What exams and score transfer options are covered?

The guide references NAPLEX and MPJE, describes the NAPLEX score transfer program, and explains that score transfer requests may be submitted up to 90 days after taking NAPLEX.

Does the guide guarantee the accuracy of licensing information?

No. The guide states it cannot guarantee accuracy beyond the posted date and instructs readers to consult the state Board of Pharmacy or licensing agency for the most current requirements.

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