CPJE study plan
CPJE · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
California pharmacy law and jurisprudence
Outline the structure and key provisions of the California Pharmacy Law (Business and Professions Code and Board of Pharmacy regulations).
Define the roles and responsibilities of the California State Board of Pharmacy, including licensing, enforcement, and disciplinary actions.
List the requirements for pharmacist licensure, renewal, and continuing education in California.
Describe the requirements for pharmacy technician registration and the ratio of technicians to pharmacists.
Your checkpoint
Create a one-page summary sheet of California pharmacy licensure and Board structure.
California pharmacy law and jurisprudence
Explain the legal requirements for prescription dispensing, including labeling, recordkeeping, and patient counseling.
Differentiate between Schedule II-V controlled substances and describe the corresponding handling, storage, and reporting requirements under California law.
Identify the laws governing prescription transfers, refills, and emergency dispensing.
Describe the requirements for pharmacy security, including alarm systems and access control.
Your checkpoint
Draft a checklist for compliant dispensing of a controlled substance prescription in California.
California pharmacy law and jurisprudence
Summarize California laws on compounding, including sterile and non-sterile compounding standards.
Explain the requirements for automated dispensing systems and telepharmacy in California.
Describe the legal obligations for reporting medication errors and adverse events.
Outline the laws related to pharmacy ownership, including restrictions on physician ownership and the role of the designated representative.
Your checkpoint
Write a 1-page comparison of California compounding regulations for sterile vs. non-sterile preparations.
California pharmacy law and jurisprudence
Review and apply California law to case scenarios involving dispensing errors, patient privacy, and controlled substances.
Explain the legal framework for collaborative practice agreements and protocol-based prescribing.
Describe the requirements for pharmacy closures and transfer of prescription records.
Identify the penalties for violations of California pharmacy law, including fines and license actions.
Your checkpoint
Complete 20 practice questions on California pharmacy law with a score of at least 80%.
Pharmacist practice standards (patient care, dispensing, compounding, and medication safety)
Outline the pharmacist patient care process, including assessment, diagnosis, and development of a care plan.
Describe the key elements of medication therapy management (MTM) and comprehensive medication reviews.
Explain the principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics as they apply to dosing and monitoring.
Identify common drug interactions and adverse drug reactions, and describe strategies for prevention and management.
Your checkpoint
Create a patient case presentation for a patient with multiple chronic conditions, including a medication action plan.
Pharmacist practice standards (patient care, dispensing, compounding, and medication safety)
Describe the steps in the dispensing process, including prescription verification, interpretation, and product selection.
Explain the requirements for patient counseling and medication education.
Outline the standards for sterile and non-sterile compounding, including facility, equipment, and personnel requirements.
Identify strategies to prevent medication errors and improve medication safety in pharmacy practice.
Your checkpoint
Develop a standard operating procedure for dispensing a high-alert medication with safety checks.
Pharmacist practice standards (patient care, dispensing, compounding, and medication safety)
Explain the pharmacist's role in immunizations, including vaccine storage, administration, and documentation.
Describe the management of patients with special populations (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics, pregnancy) and corresponding dosing adjustments.
Interpret common laboratory values and apply them to medication monitoring.
Outline the process for reporting adverse drug events to the FDA and other agencies.
Your checkpoint
Prepare a 10-minute oral presentation on medication safety in special populations.
California pharmacy law and jurisprudence & Pharmacist practice standards (patient care, dispensing, compounding, and medication safety)
Integrate California law and practice standards by solving case-based scenarios.
Review weak areas identified from previous practice questions and targeted study.
Complete a full-length practice exam under timed conditions.
Analyze practice exam results to identify remaining knowledge gaps and create a final review plan.
Your checkpoint
Score at least 75% on a comprehensive 100-question practice exam covering both domains.
Milestones
Week 4: Pass a 30-question California pharmacy law quiz with a score of 80% or higher.
Week 6: Successfully complete a medication safety case analysis and present findings.
Week 8: Achieve a score of 75% or higher on a full-length practice exam covering both domains.