North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX)
The North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination® (NAPLEX®) is designed to evaluate general practice knowledge of pharmacy graduates after they receive their degree from college of pharmacy. The exam is also taken by foreign-educated pharmacists who have earned FPGEC Certification.
It is just one component of the licensure process and is used by the boards of pharmacy to assess a candidate’s competence to practice as a pharmacist.
Read: Introduction to NAPLEX
Steps to Apply for the NAPLEX
- Read the Candidate Application Bulletin and learn state licensure requirements
- Apply for exam eligibility
- Purchase the exam
- Schedule the exam with Pearson VUE
Read: NAPLEX Study Plan
Major Competency Areas for NAPLEX Preparation
- Area 1: Obtain, Interpret, or Assess Data, Medical, or Patient Information
- Area 2: Identify Drug Characteristics
- Area 3: Develop or Manage Treatment Plans
- Area 4: Perform Calculations
- Area 5: Compound, Dispense, or Administer Drugs, or Manage Delivery Systems
- Area 6: Develop or Manage Practice or Medication-Use Systems to Ensure Safety and Quality
Read: NAPLEX Exam Syllabus