BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
The Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) is a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, established in 1976 as an autonomous division of the American Pharmacists Association. It administers board certification for pharmacists, emphasizing specialized training, knowledge, and skills within the field of pharmacy. Board certification through BPS is widely recognized as the gold standard for identifying pharmacists qualified to practice at advanced levels. Its credentialing program serves pharmacists seeking formal credentialing and interdisciplinary healthcare teams that rely on validated expertise in pharmacy practice. Within the nonprofit certification and pharmacy education landscape, BPS supports international recognition and recertification of pharmacists. The organization maintains a mid-sized staff and is located in the Washington, DC area.