NORTH AMERICAN PHARMACIST LICENSURE EXAMINATION (NAPLEX)

The NAPLEX™ (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) is developed by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) for use by the state boards of pharmacy as Requirements for pharmacist licensure in California are listed in California Business and Professions Code section 4200(a)(1-6) 40 part of their assessment of competence to practice pharmacy. This computer-adaptive test provides the most precise measurement of the student’s knowledge and ability in pharmacy. By using the NAPLEX™, the state boards provide a valid and objective examination that tests the competence in important aspects of the practice of pharmacy. The NAPLEX™ also assists the state boards of pharmacy in fulfilling one aspect of their responsibility to safeguard the public health and welfare. For more information, go to http://www.nabp.net/