Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Advocacy, Education, and Leadership for Health-System Pharmacists
The New York State Council-Health (NYSCHP) has been a trusted advocate for health-system pharmacy professionals for over 50 years. Our organization provides critical legislative representation, continuing education accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and networking opportunities to enhance patient care and safety. With approximately 2,000 members including pharmacists, technicians, and students, we champion initiatives like Collaborative Drug Therapy Management to expand professional practice scope.Our regional chapters deliver localized programming while our advocacy efforts shape state and national policies impacting pharmacy practice. Through annual conferences, webinars, and specialized training programs, we empower members to stay at the forefront of healthcare advancements while fostering professional growth and community engagement.
Services
Continuing Education
Legislative Advocacy
Networking Events
Pharmacy Technician Resources
Patient Safety Programs
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience advocating for New York's pharmacy professionals
- Our ACPE-accredited courses fulfill continuing education requirements for license renewal
- We provide direct legislative representation at state and national government levels
- Our nine regional chapters offer localized networking and professional development opportunities
- We pioneered Collaborative Drug Therapy Management programs improving patient outcomes
Associations and certifications
- Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
Services
Continuing Education
NYSCHP offers ACPE-accredited continuing education programs that meet license renewal requirements. Our courses cover critical topics like medication safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical advancements. These programs help pharmacists maintain certification while staying current with industry developments.
Legislative Advocacy
We actively monitor and influence healthcare legislation affecting pharmacy practice. Our advocacy includes expanding pharmacist scope of practice, improving medication access, and supporting Collaborative Drug Therapy Management. We organize grassroots campaigns and direct lobbying efforts to shape favorable policies.
Networking Events
Annual conferences, regional chapter meetings, and specialized webinars connect pharmacy professionals across New York. These events facilitate knowledge sharing, foster professional relationships, and showcase best practices in health-system pharmacy through peer-to-peer learning opportunities.
Pharmacy Technician Resources
We provide technician-specific mentorship programs, career development resources, and practice guidelines. Our materials help pharmacy technicians enhance skills, understand regulatory requirements, and advance within the healthcare system through structured professional growth paths.
Patient Safety Programs
Our initiatives focus on optimizing medication use and preventing adverse drug events. We develop educational materials for healthcare providers and patients, implement evidence-based safety protocols, and promote proper medication storage and disposal practices through community outreach programs.
Questions
What benefits does NYSCHP membership provide?
Members receive discounted continuing education courses, legislative representation, networking opportunities, and access to specialized resources for pharmacists and technicians.
How does NYSCHP support pharmacy advocacy?
We monitor healthcare legislation, organize grassroots campaigns, and directly lobby for policies expanding pharmacist roles and improving patient medication access.
What educational programs do you offer?
We provide ACPE-accredited courses, annual conferences, webinars, and regional meetings covering clinical updates, regulatory compliance, and professional development topics.
How can pharmacists get involved in advocacy?
Members can participate in Pharmacy Day events, contact legislators about key issues, host site visits for policymakers, or join our advocacy committee.
What resources are available for pharmacy technicians?
We offer a mentorship program, career guidance materials, practice guidelines, and continuing education opportunities specifically tailored to technician professional development.