Provincial Jurisprudence Exams for Pharmacists

The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, covers key topics divided into several sections with specific weights:

1. Conditions for Sale (8%)
2. Controlled Substances (15%)
3. Pharmacy Operations (12%)
4. Drug Preparation and Distribution (15%)
5. ODB Formulary and Interchangeability (5%)
6. Standards and Scope of Practice (25%)
7. Ethics (20%)

The pass/fail standard is criterion-referenced, meaning your score is compared to a predetermined standard, not other candidates. A group of pharmacists determines the pass score based on the difficulty of the exam items. Poorly performing questions are removed from the scoring to ensure fairness.

1. NAPRA’s National Drug Schedules
2. Prescription Regulation Summary Chart
3. Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Act
4. Drug Interchangeability and Dispensing Fee Act
5. Narcotics Safety and Awareness Act

1. “Pharmacy Practice and the Law” by Richard Abood and Kimberly Burns
2. “Canadian Pharmacy Law & Practice” by Marshall Shapo
3. “Ethical Responsibility in Pharmacy Practice” by Robert A. Buerki and Louis D. Vottero
4. OCP Website: Prepare for the Exam

The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions and assesses knowledge of federal and provincial legislation, regulations, bylaws, and College Professional Practice Policies relevant to pharmacy practice in the province.

Key Topics and Weight:

1. Conditions for Sale (8%)
2. Controlled Substances (15%)
3. Pharmacy Operations (12%)
4. Drug Preparation and Distribution (15%)
5. ODB Formulary and Interchangeability (5%)
6. Standards and Scope of Practice (25%)
7. Ethics (20%)

The JE uses a criterion-referenced pass/fail standard, meaning your score is compared to a predetermined standard, not other candidates. Poorly performing questions are removed from scoring to ensure fairness.

1. Provincial Legislation:
• Health Professions Act
• Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act
• Pharmaceutical Services Act
• College Bylaws
2. Professional Practice Policies and Guides:
• General pharmacy practice policies
• Community pharmacy policies
• Hospital pharmacy policies
3. NAPRA’s National Drug Schedules and the Prescription Regulation Summary Chart:
• Available in both English and French

1. JE Information Guide: Contains detailed information about the exam content, technical requirements, and candidate conduct.
2. Examination Accommodations: Information on how to request accommodations if needed.

The Alberta Ethics and Jurisprudence Exam evaluates knowledge of legislation, standards of practice, and ethics relevant to pharmacy practice in Alberta.

Key Topics and Weight:

1. Pharmacy Legislation: Understanding federal and provincial laws governing pharmacy practice in Alberta.
2. Standards of Practice: Knowledge of ACP’s standards of practice and code of ethics.
3. Procedural Knowledge: Application of procedural knowledge for safe practice.

The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, is two hours long, and is conducted online.

The exam uses a criterion-referenced pass/fail standard, meaning your score is compared to a predetermined standard, not other candidates. Poorly performing questions are removed from scoring to ensure fairness.

1. Jurisprudence Learning Module (JLM):
• Content: Nine chapters covering federal and provincial legislation, standards of practice, and ethical guidelines.
• Requirement: Must be completed before starting Level 1 of the Structured Practical Training (SPT) program.
2. Study Guide:
• Content: Detailed guide on the topics covered in the exam.
3. ACP’s Standards and Code of Ethics:
• Content: Overview of the professional and ethical standards expected of pharmacists in Alberta.

1. ACP Website: Alberta College of Pharmacy – Ethics and Jurisprudence Exam
   • Contains detailed information about the exam, study materials, and booking process.
2. Technical Requirements and Tutorial:
   • Content: Ensure your computer meets the technical requirements and complete the online testing system tutorial.

The Jurisprudence Examination (JE) for Nova Scotia pharmacists assesses knowledge of federal and provincial legislation, regulations, and standards of practice relevant to pharmacy practice in the province.

Key Topics and Weight:

1. Pharmacy Act and Regulations
2. Standards of Practice
3. Code of Ethics
4. Professional Conduct
5. Patient Confidentiality and Privacy

The JE uses a criterion-referenced pass/fail standard. Your performance is compared to a set standard, not other candidates.

1. Nova Scotia Pharmacy Act and Regulations
2. NSCP Standards of Practice
3. NSCP Code of Ethics

NSCP Website: NSCP Jurisprudence Exam

• • • Contains detailed information about the exam and study materials.