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The Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) was established in 1976 as an autonomous division of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA).

The Board of Pharmacy Specialties, the premier post-licensure certification agency, will ensure that Board Certified Pharmacists are recognized within healthcare delivery systems while serving the needs of the public and the pharmacy profession. The mission of the Board of Pharmacy Specialties is to improve patient care and increase awareness of the need for BPS Board Certified Pharmacists as inte

gral members of multidisciplinary healthcare teams. through recognition and promotion of specialized training, knowledge, and skills in pharmacy and specialty board certification and recertification of pharmacists throughout the world. Board Certification through BPS has become recognized as the gold standard for determining which pharmacists are qualified to contribute at advanced practice levels. Through the rigorous standards mandated by BPS board certification and recertification, the BPS board certified pharmacist stands out as the most qualified to accept today’s expanding professional expectations.

08/07/2026

Now Linked in the Literature Library: In this January 2026 white paper, authors explain how ACCP views BPS Board Certification as an essential qualification for clinical pharmacists providing direct patient care.

Visit this citation and more: https://bpsweb.org/literature-library/

08/06/2026

Did you know serving as a preceptor can be self-reported as a CPD activity? Pharmacists with a certification cycle beginning 1/1/2024 and beyond are eligible to self-report multiple CPD activities in their MyBPS Profile.

More here: https://bpsweb.org/recertification-overview/

08/06/2026

Ready to become a Board-Certified Pain Management Pharmacist (BCPMP)? Applications for the September 2026 testing window are open now. Submit your application by August 17 and take the next step in your professional journey.
Learn more: https://bpsweb.org/pain-management-pharmacy/

08/05/2026

Curious about Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Join our CPD Coffee Chat on September 30, 2026, to learn about the CPD process, annual requirements, and hear insights from CPD Champions. Register here: 78e3eb04-4c73-4d46-9bdf-f574c0928850@6577def6-f03f-4adb-a697-e1535f172506" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/78e3eb04-4c73-4d46-9bdf-f574c0928850@6577def6-f03f-4adb-a697-e1535f172506

08/05/2026

California regulations allow pharmacists to earn continuing education credit for passing a Examination, highlighting credentials like CCGP, now , in legislation.

Learn more about state specific requirements here:https://www.pharmacy.ca.gov/laws_regs/lawbook.pdf

08/04/2026

BPS is currently accepting nominations for the 2027 Awards Program. Submit your nominations before August 24, 2026: https://bpsweb.org/2026/06/22/bps-opens-call-for-2027-awards-program-nominations/

Press Release: is now accepting nominations for the 2027 BPS Awards Program. Nominations must be submitted by Monday, August 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.

Read more: https://bpsweb.org/2026/06/22/bps-opens-call-for-2027-awards-program-nominations/

08/04/2026

Attending a conference this year? Check to see if will be there, and stop by our booth to meet staff, volunteer leaders, and learn more about pharmacist board certification during our 50th Anniversary!

Learn more about here: https://bpsweb.org/50years/

08/03/2026

Reminder to submit your recertification application before August 17 to enter a gift card raffle!

More information can be found here: https://www.bpsweb.org/recertification-raffle/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=2026_recertification_raffle

08/03/2026

For Nick L., BCTXP, Certification was his way of demonstrating his commitment to excellence in his specialty area. It also served as a career achievement he is proud to hold.

Learn more about and other specialties here: https://bpsweb.org/bps-specialties/

07/31/2026

Curious how the Board of Pharmacy Specialties was created? Want to learn more about the impact of pharmacist certification over ?

Visit the BPS 50th Anniversary webpage, which includes a short video on our history: https://bpsweb.org/50years/

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