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BPS board certification is the gold standard for determining which pharmacists are qualified to contribute at advanced practice levels. From patient to provider, the value of the BPS board certified pharmacist registers throughout the health care continuum. BPS board certified pharmacists are uniquely qualified to provide specialized patient care. Improved outcomes in patient care are the primary purpose of specialization in any health care profession. BPS continually evaluates and updates its certification and recertification processes. The Fall 2018 Exam Registration is now Open. The last day to apply through MyBPS is Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Register for Exam BPS board certified pharmacists have been improving patient outcomes through specialized care since 1976. Board certification through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties is recognized as the gold standard for determining which pharmacists are qualified to contribute at advanced practice levels. Through our rigorous standards, the BPS board certified pharmacist stands out as the most qualified to take on today’s expanding expectations of patients, physicians, employers and others who recognize the increasing need for a team approach to healthcare. REVIEW THE CANDIDATE’S GUIDE ABOUT BPS CERTIFICATION FIND A BPS BOARD CERTIFIED PHARMACIST RESOURCES Announcements 2018 BPS Test Dates The following application and testing windows have been established for 2018: Fall 2018 Registration for the Fall 2018 Exam is now Open. The last day to apply through MyBPS is August 1, 2018 The testing window is open between September 21, 2018 and October 7, 2018 *See Upcoming Deadlines, Dates and Fees for more Information. BPS Leadership Blog Progress on Sterile Compounding Initiatives (6/4/2018) - James A. Ponto, MS, RPh, BCNP Chief Nuclear Pharmacist, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Clinical Professor, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy Progress on Sterile Compounding Initiatives The 2012 New England Compounding Center tragedy shined a spotlight on problems with some sterile compounding practices, especially when greed overrides safety. Although owner Barry Cadden and… Visit the Blog ❯ BPS Podcast Channel BPS Announces New Specialty for Sterile Compounding Preparation (CSP) on eHealth Radio Network (5/7/2018) - Listen Now ❯ BPS Overview Video More Videos ❯ Privacy Policy Update BPS respects individual privacy and values the confidence of our certified pharmacists, candidates, program participants, and general community. BPS is in the process of updating our privacy policy regarding our collection, use, and sharing of information. In addition, BPS will answer any questions you may have regarding our privacy policy. Please use the form located here. Press Releases BPS To Introduce Practice Eligibility Attestation Requirement in 2019 (5/29/2018) - Washington, D.C. – The Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) recently updated its policy regarding the application process for all BPS certification examinations. Effective January 1, 2019: All applicants intending to demonstrate eligibility for any BPS certification examination with practice experience must provide an attestation from their employer that verifies this experience accurately represents 50% of… BPS Announces Appointments to the Compounded Sterile Preparations Pharmacy Specialty Council (5/22/2018) - Washington, D.C. – The Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) is pleased to announce the inaugural members of the Compounded Sterile Preparations (CSP) Pharmacy Specialty Council. These appointments are effective June 1, 2018. 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