BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties

Approved in 2017, today there are more than 2,300 active certifications working in a variety of settings to lead and optimize treatment for patients with infectious diseases.

Ready to join the community of board-certified pharmacists? Visit: https://bpsweb.org/infectious-diseases-pharmacy/

Volunteers and subject matter experts are a crucial part of Board Certification and their contributions ensure that BPS Certifications are peer-developed and peer-reviewed.

Curious about volunteering with BPS? Visit: https://bpsweb.org/volunteer-with-bps/

CPD applies to certifications beginning a new cycle in 2024 and onwards, allowing -Certified pharmacists to apply up to 20 units of activities not offered by BPS-approved professional development providers towards their recertification.

Learn more: https://bpsweb.org/recertification-overview/

Currently, recognizes more than 8,000 active certifications outside of the U.S., highlighting the importance of pharmacist certification for patient care globally.

Curious about the celebration? Visit: https://bpsweb.org/50years/

Reminder to all board-certified pharmacists: It's time to pay your annual maintenance fee! Payment is due by July 1.

Don’t forget to pay your annual maintenance fee to maintain your credential! Learn more here: https://bpsweb.org/upcoming-deadlines-dates-and-fees/

For Jessica H., BCPS, BCSCP, certification was something that could be leveraged for professional growth. Jessica also highlights her certification as a tool to pursue new opportunities.

What could board certification help you achieve? Visit: https://bpsweb.org/

Share your comments about a potential certification program in Pharmacogenomics by June 3, 2026!

More here: https://bpsweb.org/2026/04/29/bps-receives-petition-to-recognize-pharmacogenomics-as-a-specialty-certification/

Happy ! Thank you to the board-certified pharmacists who use their specialized knowledge to advance inclusive patient care, whether they identify as LGBTQ+ or choose to act as advocates for patients in the LGBTQ+ community.

Press Release: opens applications for individuals to serve on the BPS Board of Directors. Applications are due by Monday, August 3, 2026.

Read more: https://bpsweb.org/2026/06/01/bps-seeks-applications-for-five-board-of-directors-positions-2026/

Do you hold multiple Board Certifications? Curious how recertification may be impacted by being multi-certified?

Visit the BPS Multi-Certified webpage for helpful information: https://bpsweb.org/multi-certified-pharmacists/