MPJE
The MPJE is one of two pharmacy exams a graduate pharmacy intern must pass to practice as a licensed pharmacist. The MPJE is a pharmacy law exam that is state specific and requires a score of 75 or better to pass. The official description by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) is as follows:
The MPJE®, or Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination®, combines federal- and state-specific questions to test the pharmacy jurisprudence knowledge of prospective pharmacists. It serves as the pharmacy law examination in participating jurisdictions and tests a candidate’s mastery of pharmacy law.
The MPJE Competency Statements provide a blueprint of the topics covered on the examination. A strong understanding of the Competency Statements will aid in your preparation to take the examination. The 120 questions on the MPJE are divided among three content areas:
Pharmacy Practice – 83%
Licensure, Registration, Certification, and Operational Requirements – 15%
General Regulatory Processes – 2%
You are allowed a maximum of 5 attempts per jurisdiction or state to pass the MPJE. After a failed attempt, you must wait 30 days per jurisdiction or state to next attempt the MPJE. Some exceptions may apply, as NABP member boards retain the authority to determine the number of attempts per candidate in their jurisdiction. Contact NABP Customer Service for more information.
Each state requires their own specific MPJE except for Arkansas and California. The NABP has additional information here and an FAQ section as well.
If you have any questions about the process, please let me know. I have a great deal of experience taking the MPJE as I have taken the exam 14 times for 14 states and passed on the first try (proof). I have also taken the Arkansas pharmacy law exam and passed that exam as well. I look forward to hearing from you. If you are planning on taking the MPJE, please read my comprehensive guide that will help in your goal of passing on your next try.
NAPLEX
The NAPLEX is one of two pharmacy exams a graduate pharmacy intern must pass to practice as a licensed pharmacist. The NAPLEX is a broad exam that tests minimum competence in pharmacy practice and requires a score of 75 or better to pass. The official description by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) is as follows:
The NAPLEX®, or North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination®, measures a candidate’s knowledge of the practice of pharmacy. It is just one component of the licensure process and is used by the boards of pharmacy as part of their assessment of a candidate’s competence to practice as a pharmacist.
The NAPLEX Competency Statements offer important information about the knowledge, judgment, and skills you are expected to demonstrate as an entry-level pharmacist. A strong understanding of the Blueprint will aid in your preparation to take the examination. The 250 questions are divided between two areas:
Ensure Safe and Effective Pharmacotherapy and Health Outcomes – 67%
Safe and Accurate Preparation, Compounding, Dispensing, and Administration of Medications and Provision of Health Care Products – 33%
You are allowed a maximum of 5 attempts to pass the NAPLEX. After a failed attempt, you must wait 45 days to next attempt the NAPLEX. Some exceptions may apply, as NABP member boards retain the authority to determine the number of attempts per candidate in their jurisdiction. Contact NABP Customer Service for more information.
If you are planning on taking the NAPLEX exam in the near future. Please read my comprehensive study guide which will provide a blueprint on how to pass the exam.