Academy of New Practitioners

About Us

The Academy of New Practitioners was started in 2012 to aid new practitioners as they forge their way into the diverse field of pharmacy in Colorado. Membership in the Academy is open to any Society member who considers him/herself a new practitioner, generally having graduated from a Doctor of Pharmacy degree program within the past seven years. Whether you are looking for professional development, networking, or mentor opportunities, the Academy of New Practitioners can help you find it.

New Grad Code “NewGrad2023”

GREAT NEWS! You can receive 1 year of free membership in CPS by using the discount code “NewGrad2023.” You can use this code for a free membership if you are a 2023 pharmacy school graduate, or a PGY1 resident, PGY2 resident or fellow in your first year of postgraduate training in Colorado. (This promotion is only valid for a membership that is paid once annually as opposed to monthly payments).

HOW TO JOIN US!

1. Log in to your CPS account
2. Click on “My Profile” under "Member Center"
3. Scroll down to the “Edit” button on your profile
4. Check the box next to Academy of New Practitioners and save

Please contact ANP Chair Kari Allan ([email protected]) with any questions!

New Grad Survival Kit

Attention pharmacy students and recent graduates! Do you need to become licensed in Colorado? The Academy of New Practitioners offers a “New Grad Survival Kit” full of all the information you need to know about registering for your exams, obtaining your license, finding a job, advancing your career, paying off your student loans, and so much more!

CPS Members: Find the Survival Kit Here

ASHP Midyear Meeting

Curious or maybe overwhelmed by all that ASHP Midyear Meeting has to offer? The Academy of New Practitioners is here to help!

We’ve put together some short presentations on some common topics and questions that student pharmacists have about Midyear and navigating the conference:

Networking at receptions
PPS
Continuing education and conference sessions for students
What to wear
The Residency Showcase
Where to Stay
Alternatives to Midyear

Click the audio button on the slides to hear the recordings put together by our ANP officers. We would also love to hear suggestions for future topics or questions you would like to have answered to help future students prepare, so feel free to reach out to our academy with any ideas you may have!

Wellness Series

As new practitioners, it can be difficult to find a balance with new work life. Join us for events geared at getting out in nature, networking, and exploring Colorado.

When: Fall, Winter, Spring

More details to come!