Gulf Medical University College of Pharmacy is offering a Pharmacotherapy Examination Preparatory Course to train practicing pharmacists for the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) examination. Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) is one of the specialty certifications provided by BPS. This American Board Certification is an internationally recognized qualification assuring the credibility of clinical pharmacist abilities. Details about BCPS Exam could be found on the BPS website: [link]
BCPS Examination Preparatory Course
As per BPS, Pharmacotherapy ensures the safe, appropriate and economical use of medications as part of interprofessional treatment teams in a variety of settings, including hospitals and health systems. The purpose of the BCPS program is to validate that the pharmacist has the advanced knowledge and experience to improve patient outcomes by:
- Evaluating, implementing, monitoring, and optimizing of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapy;
- Providing patient-centered, evidence-based therapeutic interventions and information;
- Functioning as a member of an interprofessional team providing direct patient care; and
- Collaborating within an interprofessional team to improve quality and safety, in addition to optimization of medication use systems.
GMU College of Pharmacy in collaboration with IVPN-Network deliver a joint online course by pharmacotherapy experts from different countries and clinical backgrounds.
The course extends over 12 weeks with 50+ hours of live sessions. There will be 2 Mock Exams that simulate the real BCPS exam environment. A specialized Learning Management System will be provided to participants with secured access to the training materials.
Course fees is $500 plus 5% VAT. This fee is subject to change in each course offering.
Learn from 18 leading experts from the UAE, KSA, UK, USA, and Lebanon, each bringing deep clinical expertise and real exam insights.
For more information about each speaker and their sessions, please access the following document (here).
For more information on the course structure, dates of delivery, registration fees, materials, etc., please contact GMU College of Pharmacy Dean’s Office at: deancop@gmu.ac.ae