Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist
Issued by
Board of Pharmacy Specialties
The BPS Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP) program is a credential for pharmacists who have met the eligibility criteria below and who in their unique practice provide person-centered care that ensures the safe, appropriate, evidence-based, and cost-effective use of medications in the treatment of persons with mental illness.
Additional DetailsEarning Criteria
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Graduation from a pharmacy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) or a program outside the U.S. that qualifies the individual to practice in the jurisdiction
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A current, active license to practice pharmacy in the U.S. or another jurisdiction
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Completion of four (4) years of practice experience (post-pharmacist licensure) with at least 50% of time spent in psychiatric pharmacy activities as defined by the Psychiatric Pharmacy Content Outline, or a PGY-1 residency plus two (2) additional years of practice experience (post-pharmacist licensure) with at least 50% of time spent in psychiatric pharmacy activities as defined by the Psychiatric Pharmacy Content Outline, or a specialty (PGY-2) residency in psychiatric pharmacy
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Achieving a passing score on the Psychiatric Pharmacy Specialty Certification Examination