The Ohio Pharmacists Association (OPA) was formed September 2, 1879 in Columbus, Ohio under the name Ohio State Pharmaceutical Association (OSPA).
The purpose of the Association was to elevate the character of the pharmaceutical profession, by uniting the reputable druggists of the state in order to foster the education of those learning the art and thereby stimulate the talent of those engaged in pharmacy. In cooperation with its members and leaders, the present-day OPA continues to function by this purpose and act to positively impact the profession as these past extraordinary individuals did.
The mission of the Ohio Pharmacists Association is to invest in and empower Ohio pharmacists in every setting as the medication expert.
Learn More About OPAThe mission of the Ohio Pharmacists Foundation (OPF) is to provide educational programs for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and consumers of health care that enhance the practice of pharmacy and patient outcomes, and to conduct research to support these efforts.
Learn More about OPFThe Ohio Pharmacists Association Executive Fellowship in Leadership and Association Management is a postgraduate training program conducted at the Ohio Pharmacists Association headquarters under the direction of the staff of OPA. The fellowship is an excellent experience for those interested in learning all areas that are critical to any successful nonprofit organization and in developing leadership skills.
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Columbus, Ohio 43235
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Impact the future of your profession through OPA advocacy and receive monthly legislative updates. Continue your professional growth with cutting-edge continuing pharmacy education (CPE) which is discounted for members. Keep up-to-date on industry developments via Ohio Pharmacy Newsline, OPA’s bi-weekly e-news brief, and the Ohio Pharmacist bi-monthly journal. Stay connected with Ohio’s pharmacy community through networking opportunities such as OPA’s committees and special interest groups as well as OPA social media. Gain exclusive access to Members Only content including salary surveys, collaborative practice agreements, and more!
Join OPA RenewOPA, in conjunction with the ACPE-accredited provider Ohio Pharmacists Foundation, provides the quality Continuing Education Programs you need to ensure your professional and business development. We make it simple to obtain your credits toward relicensure and, as an OPA member, you receive substantial discounts on all CPE offerings including:
The Entrepreneurship Center provides pharmacists and student pharmacists with the business skills needed to be successful in today’s economy. A valuable resource for Ohio’s new and existing entrepreneurs, it serves to foster the skills necessary to develop viable, sustainable business models and to create novel practices within pharmacy practice by providing resources and education to Ohio’s pharmacists.
Find Out More!Pharmacy is facing more legislative battles than ever before, and we know these fights will continue into the future. Obtaining provider status, opening restrictive networks, regulating PBMs, and increasing vaccination authority, expanding consult agreements with physicians. OPA and Ohio pharmacists are actively involved in these issues, and we must keep making progress.
Find Out More!OPA lobbyists are hard at work to impact the pharmacy profession in Ohio. Find out the latest initiatives and bills that are being pushed through the Ohio General Assembly.
Read the latest updatesThe Pharmacy Political Action Committee is a voluntary, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization of pharmacists who are interested in promoting good government and public health. Pharmacy PAC money contributed by pharmacists goes to help candidates who support pharmacy in Ohio.
Learn more about Ohio Pharmacy PACThe OPA LDF was created in 2014 at the request of an independent pharmacy owner seeking to help OPA boost its advocacy efforts for pharmacists. Unlike a Political Action Committee (PAC) fund, where personal funds are given directly to political campaigns, both personal and corporate funds are accepted by the LDF to enhance our government affairs endeavors, and there are no limits on the amount you can give. Contributions from corporate funds may be tax deductible as a business expense.
Learn more LDFImpact the future of your profession through OPA advocacy and receive monthly legislative updates. Keep up-to-date on industry developments via Ohio Pharmacy Newsline, OPA’s bi-weekly e-news brief. Stay connected with Ohio’s pharmacy community through networking opportunities such as OPA’s committees and special interest groups. Gain exclusive access to Members Only content including salary surveys, collaborative practice agreements, and more. Student membership pays for itself by attending 2 OPA events!
Join NowOPA has created the Independent Special Interest Group (SIG) to help ensure not only independent pharmacy's survival in Ohio, but success. The Independent SIG is providing its members with important benefits, and is a key resource and activist in independent pharmacy matters. Members receive valuable assistance in pharmacy management, help with third-party issues (including audits), an information source on specific issues affecting independents, and an advocate/representative on pertinent committees.
Join NowClinical services allow pharmacists to practice at the top of their license. And, as the most accessible healthcare professionals, pharmacists are well-positioned to take on expanded patient care roles. Whether the focus is to improve patient outcomes or reduce overall health costs, pharmacists are an important part of the healthcare.
Learn MoreThe Ohio Pharmacists Association is pleased to present home-study continuing pharmacy education programs which qualify for State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy CPE credit. Get the member discount codes HERE. This page can also be found under the Membership tab --> Members Only content. Click on the OPA Home-Study and On-Demand Member Discount Codes and log in for the codes.
Vaccine Administration Errors and Prevention Strategies - expiration date: 6-15-25
Medication Safety in the Geriatric Population - expiration date: 6-15-26
2024 OPA Patient/Medication Safety CPE: It’s Raining Cats and Dogs: Preventing Veterinary Medication Errors * - expiration date: 5/15/27 * This Home-Study was originally published in a 2024 Ohio Pharmacist journal. If you purchased the 2024 journal CPE package, this CPE can only be claimed as part of the package and not be submitted individually.
Institutional Pharmacy Practice Rules Revision - expiration date: 11-15-24
2022 Updates to Ohio Pharmacy Laws and Rules - expiration date: 12-15-25
The Pharmacist's Corresponding Responsibility - expiration date: 10-15-26
2024 OPA Law/Jurisprudence CPE: Minimum Standards for Outpatient Pharmacies and Expanding Access to Opioid Use Disorder Treatments *- expiration date: 7-15-27* This Home-Study was originally published in a 2024 Ohio Pharmacist journal. If you purchased the 2024 journal CPE package, this CPE can only be claimed as part of the package and not be submitted individually.
More education opportunities coming soon.
Member-Only CE is available HERE.
OPA/ODH Nicotine Use Disorder (NUD) CE program - expiration date:5-3-27
Nicotine Use Disorder (NUD) Certificate Program - expiration date: 2-8-27
Making Sense of USP <797> - P/T - expiration date: 1-15-27
OPA Non-CE Webinar Library:
2024
NPX Lunch and Learn: Pumpkin Spice and Vaccine Advice - aired October 2024
NPX Lunch and Learn: Navigating the Fork in the Trail of Your Career - aired June 2024
NPX Lunch and Learn: CDC Guidance on Doxy PEP for STI Prevention - aired November 2024
