The didactic coursework must be completed within three to four years of admission into the program and the Advanced Clerkships must be completed within two to three years after starting the first rotation. The entire program must be completed within five to seven years, depending on time of admission into the program.
Credit hours required for the didactic and clerkship portions fulfill graduation requirements.
Yes, there is a process called the Clerkship Credit for Life Experiences. Fees are subject to change without published notice and usually increase on an annual basis. Generally, graduation from an ACPE accredited B.S. pharmacy program will provide coursework satisfying prerequisites for the NTDP curriculum. No, certificate program completion may be used in assessing admission readiness for the program. Certificate program completion may also be used toward fulfilling requirements for a specific Clerkship Credit for Life Experience request.