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==History== | ==History== | ||
The American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists was established to support pharmacists who specialize in the treatment of psychiatric and neurologic disorders. The organization was originally founded as the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP) | The American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists was established to support pharmacists who specialize in the treatment of psychiatric and neurologic disorders. The organization was originally founded as the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP) and has since evolved to better represent the diverse roles of psychiatric pharmacists in healthcare. | ||
==Mission and Goals== | ==Mission and Goals== | ||
The mission of the AAPP is to improve the treatment of individuals with psychiatric and neurologic disorders by advancing the practice of psychiatric pharmacy. The organization aims to: | The mission of the AAPP is to improve the treatment of individuals with psychiatric and neurologic disorders by advancing the practice of psychiatric pharmacy. The organization aims to: | ||
* Provide | * Promote the role of psychiatric pharmacists in healthcare settings. | ||
* Advocate for the role of | * Provide educational resources and training for pharmacists. | ||
* | * Advocate for policies that support mental health care and the role of pharmacists. | ||
* Foster research and innovation in psychiatric pharmacy. | |||
==Membership== | ==Membership== | ||
Membership in the AAPP is open to pharmacists, pharmacy students, and other healthcare professionals interested in psychiatric pharmacy. The organization offers various membership categories, including | Membership in the AAPP is open to pharmacists, pharmacy students, and other healthcare professionals interested in psychiatric pharmacy. The organization offers various membership categories, including professional, student, and associate memberships. | ||
==Education and Training== | ==Education and Training== | ||
The AAPP provides a range of educational | The AAPP provides a range of educational opportunities for its members, including: | ||
* Continuing education programs and webinars. | * Continuing education programs and webinars. | ||
* | * Certification and credentialing in psychiatric pharmacy. | ||
* | * Resources for pharmacy students and residents. | ||
[[File:CPNP_Student_Chapter_Logo.jpg|CPNP Student Chapter Logo|thumb|right]] | |||
== | ==Annual Meeting== | ||
The AAPP | The AAPP hosts an annual meeting that brings together psychiatric pharmacists from across the country. The meeting features: | ||
* Educational sessions and workshops. | |||
* Networking opportunities. | |||
* Presentations on the latest research and developments in psychiatric pharmacy. | |||
== | ==Advocacy== | ||
The AAPP actively advocates for policies that support mental health care and the role of psychiatric pharmacists. The organization works with policymakers, healthcare organizations, and other stakeholders to promote the integration of psychiatric pharmacists into healthcare teams. | |||
The AAPP | |||
==Related pages== | ==Related pages== | ||
Latest revision as of 20:59, 5 March 2025
Professional organization for psychiatric pharmacists
The American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists (AAPP), formerly known as the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP), is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the practice of psychiatric pharmacy. The association provides resources, education, and advocacy for pharmacists specializing in mental health care.
History[edit]
The American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists was established to support pharmacists who specialize in the treatment of psychiatric and neurologic disorders. The organization was originally founded as the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP) and has since evolved to better represent the diverse roles of psychiatric pharmacists in healthcare.
Mission and Goals[edit]
The mission of the AAPP is to improve the treatment of individuals with psychiatric and neurologic disorders by advancing the practice of psychiatric pharmacy. The organization aims to:
- Promote the role of psychiatric pharmacists in healthcare settings.
- Provide educational resources and training for pharmacists.
- Advocate for policies that support mental health care and the role of pharmacists.
- Foster research and innovation in psychiatric pharmacy.
Membership[edit]
Membership in the AAPP is open to pharmacists, pharmacy students, and other healthcare professionals interested in psychiatric pharmacy. The organization offers various membership categories, including professional, student, and associate memberships.
Education and Training[edit]
The AAPP provides a range of educational opportunities for its members, including:
- Continuing education programs and webinars.
- Certification and credentialing in psychiatric pharmacy.
- Resources for pharmacy students and residents.
Annual Meeting[edit]
The AAPP hosts an annual meeting that brings together psychiatric pharmacists from across the country. The meeting features:
- Educational sessions and workshops.
- Networking opportunities.
- Presentations on the latest research and developments in psychiatric pharmacy.
Advocacy[edit]
The AAPP actively advocates for policies that support mental health care and the role of psychiatric pharmacists. The organization works with policymakers, healthcare organizations, and other stakeholders to promote the integration of psychiatric pharmacists into healthcare teams.
