Certification: Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist (BCPPS)

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The BPS Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist (BCPPS) program is a credential for pharmacists who have met the eligibility criteria below and who in their unique practice ensure safe and effective drug use and optimal medication therapy outcomes in patients up to 18 years of age. The purpose of the BCPPS program is to validate that the pharmacist has the advanced knowledge and experience to optimize outcomes for pediatric patients.
More information about this certification

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 7 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
Yes

Specialty

The certification corresponds to a specialty within a recognized occupation. For example, Oncology Nurse and Pediatric Nurse are specialties within the nursing field, so Certified Oncology Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse would be classified as specialty certifications.

  • This certification is related to military occupational specialties.