To renew an Advanced Pharmacist Practitioner (APh) certification, individuals are required to complete 10 hours of relevant continuing education (CE) every two years as part of their renewal application, per Title 16, California Code of Regulations Section 1730.2, as updated by AB 1503 (effective January 1, 2026).
CPhA offers the following recertification CE bundles, designed to satisfy the recertification requirements for the Advanced Pharmacist Practitioner designation. All bundles are available online and on-demand.
Bundle Pricing
| 10-hour bundle | 5-hour bundle | |
| CPhA Member | $349 | $199 |
| Nonmember | $699 | $399 |
Available Recertification CE Bundles
All bundles below are approved for 5 or 10 hours of continuing pharmacy education for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners renewing their APh certification.
Pharmacist Patient Care Process and Transitions of Care (10 CE hours)
This focused recertification course equips Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) with advanced skills in implementing the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process and managing Transitions of Care. The program emphasizes practical application of PPCP principles and strategies to ensure seamless care transitions across healthcare settings.
Pharmacist Patient Care Process (5 CE hours)
This comprehensive recertification bundle is designed to enhance Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) proficiency in implementing and optimizing the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process (PPCP). The program focuses on advancing skills in each step of the PPCP: Collect, Assess, Plan, Implement, and Follow-up.
Transitions of Care (5 CE hours)
This specialized recertification bundle is designed for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) seeking to enhance their expertise in Transition of Care (TOC) services. The program focuses on the critical role of pharmacists in ensuring seamless care as patients move between different healthcare settings.
Ambulatory Care Comprehensive (10 CE hours)
This comprehensive recertification course is designed for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) seeking to enhance their expertise in ambulatory care settings. The program covers a broad spectrum of outpatient care topics, emphasizing the expanding role of pharmacists in managing chronic diseases, providing preventive care, and improving patient outcomes in community-based settings.
Ambulatory Care Part 1 (5 CE hours)
This comprehensive course is designed for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in ambulatory care settings. The program focuses on the evolving role of pharmacists in outpatient care, emphasizing clinical expertise, patient management, and interprofessional collaboration.
Ambulatory Care Part 2 (5 CE hours)
This comprehensive course is designed for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in ambulatory care settings. The program focuses on the evolving role of pharmacists in outpatient care, emphasizing clinical expertise, patient management, and interprofessional collaboration.
Infectious Diseases and Special Populations (10 CE hours)
This comprehensive recertification bundle combines two critical areas of pharmacy practice: Infectious Diseases (ID) and Special Populations. Designed for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs), this course provides in-depth knowledge and skills to manage complex infections in diverse patient groups, emphasizing antimicrobial stewardship and tailored pharmacotherapy.
Infectious Diseases (5 CE hours)
This intensive course is designed for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) seeking to enhance their expertise in the dynamic field of infectious diseases. The program focuses on the critical role of pharmacists in antimicrobial stewardship, complex infection management, and emerging infectious threats.
Special Populations (5 CE hours)
This comprehensive course is designed for Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APhs) seeking to enhance their expertise in managing medications and providing care for special patient populations. The program focuses on the unique pharmacotherapeutic needs, challenges, and considerations for diverse patient groups across the lifespan and in various health states.
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Additional Resources
- California State Board of Pharmacy — Advanced Pharmacist Practitioner: https://www.pharmacy.ca.gov/applicants/app.shtml
- AB 1503 (2025): https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1503
Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) Information
Release Date: 7/19/2024
Expiration Date: 7/19/2027
Activity Type: Practice-Based
Target Audience: Pharmacists renewing Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners certification.
These course packages are approved for 5 and 10 hours (0.5 and 1 CEUs) of continuing pharmacy education credit (0113-0000-24-038-H01-P, 0113-0000-24-039-H01-P, 0113-0000-24-040-H01-P, 0113-0000-24-041-H01-P, 0113-0000-24-042-H01-P, 0113-0000-24-034-H01-P, 0113-0000-24-035-H01-P, 0113-0000-24-043-H01-P, and 0113-0000-24-037-H01-P).
The California Pharmacists Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. For all APhA accreditation information and policies please visit cpha.com/ce-events/acpe.