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Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist

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BCOP BPS Pharmacy Specialty Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation

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Phase 1: Diagnosis and Testing FoundationYou are here

Rebuild oncology staging, biomarkers, and testing interpretation confidence before therapeutics.

35
hours
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Phase 2: Therapeutics and Toxicity Management

Prioritize the largest domain with regimen selection, adverse effect prevention, and monitoring.

110
hours
3

Phase 3: Professional Practice + Timed Drills

Drill hazardous-drug policy, safety systems, and timed 3h45 simulation exams.

55
hours
Estimated total study time
200 hours
That's about 20 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the BCOP Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
Graduate of an ACPE-accredited pharmacy degree program (or equivalent recognized by BPS)
Experience
Active pharmacist license and one pathway: 4 years oncology practice, PGY1 + 2 years oncology practice, or PGY2 oncology residency
Additional Requirements
  • Practice documentation must demonstrate oncology-focused scope and activity
  • Maximum of three attempts per BPS certification cycle (initial plus two retakes)
  • Recertification required every 7 years by exam or approved continuing education

BCOP Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

14-22 weeks for most oncology pharmacists

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

After a failed attempt, candidates may retake during the next available BPS testing window; max three total attempts (initial plus two retakes), with a 90-day washout and 12-month wait after third failure.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeIncluded in BPS application fee
Application Fee$600 initial application fee
Total Estimated Cost$600 initial / $300 per retake
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Cancer-focused BCOP questions across diagnosis, therapeutics, and professional practice.

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What You'll Study

17 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

BCOP Exam Details

Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist

Administered by BPS (Board of Pharmacy Specialties)

Official Source
Scaled score 500 (on 200-800 BPS scale)
Passing Score
150
Questions
3
Hours
$600 initial application; $300 retake
Exam Fee
Study time: 160-240 hours
Prerequisites: Active pharmacist license plus one pathway: 4 years oncology practice, PGY1 + 2 years oncology practice, or PGY2 oncology residency.
Valid for: 7 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official BPS (Board of Pharmacy Specialties) content outline

Oncology Diagnosis and Testing23%

Cancer biology, diagnostics, staging, biomarker and treatment-selection interpretation.

Therapeutics and Patient Management49%

Antineoplastic therapy selection, supportive care, toxicity management, and longitudinal monitoring.

Professional Practice28%

Safety standards, hazardous handling, policy, quality, and oncology service coordination.

What's Included

17 Chapters

Complete exam coverage

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What's Next After the BCOP?

After passing the BCOP, you can pursue these career paths

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Maintain broad pharmacotherapy credential alongside oncology specialization

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