PENNSYLVANIA PHARMACIST EXAM
QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS)
PLUS RATIONALES 2025|2026 Q&A |
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1. Which degree is required to become a licensed
pharmacist in Pennsylvania?
A. Bachelor of Science in Nursing
B.Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
C.Medical Doctor (MD)
D.Associate of Science in Pharmacy
Rationale: Pennsylvania requires a Pharm.D. from an ACPE-
accredited program.
2. How many internship hours are required for
licensure in Pennsylvania? A. 1,000
B.1,200
C.1,500
D.2,000
Rationale: Pennsylvania mandates a minimum of 1,500 hours.
3. What examination assesses pharmacy law knowledge?
A. NAPLEX
B.MPJE
C.FPGEC
D.PCOA
Rationale: The MPJE evaluates state-specific pharmacy laws.
PENNSYLVANIA PHARMACIST EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025-2026 Q&A
,4. What is the passing score for the NAPLEX?
A. 70
B.72
C.75
D.80
Rationale: A score of 75 or higher is required to pass.
5. Who provides certification for foreign pharmacy
graduates?
A. FDA
B.FPGEC (through NABP)
C.ACPE
D.PA State Board
Rationale: The FPGEC certifies foreign-trained pharmacists.
6. Which of the following is NOT required for licensure
application?
A. Transcript
B.High school diploma
C.Verification of internship hours
D.Criminal background check
Rationale: Only professional/college credentials are required.
7. Where do you create an account for PA licensure
applications?
A. NABP website
B.PALS (Pennsylvania Licensing System)
C.ACPE portal
D.NAPLEX portal
Rationale: PA uses PALS for online licensing.
, 8. How many continuing education hours must be
completed for biennial renewal?
A. 20
B.25
C.30
D.40
Rationale: PA requires 30 hours every two years.
9. How many hours of CE are specifically required in child
abuse recognition for renewal?
A. 1
B.2
C.2
D.4
Rationale: Two hours must cover child abuse recognition.
10. Which exam is required for all foreign pharmacy
graduates?
A. NAPLEX
B.FPGEE (FPGEC certification exam)
C.MPJE
D.PCOA
Rationale: Foreign graduates must pass the FPGEC certification.
11. What is the application fee for a Pennsylvania
pharmacist license?
A. $35
B.$40
C.$45
D.$50
PENNSYLVANIA PHARMACIST EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025-2026 Q&A
QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS)
PLUS RATIONALES 2025|2026 Q&A |
INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which degree is required to become a licensed
pharmacist in Pennsylvania?
A. Bachelor of Science in Nursing
B.Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
C.Medical Doctor (MD)
D.Associate of Science in Pharmacy
Rationale: Pennsylvania requires a Pharm.D. from an ACPE-
accredited program.
2. How many internship hours are required for
licensure in Pennsylvania? A. 1,000
B.1,200
C.1,500
D.2,000
Rationale: Pennsylvania mandates a minimum of 1,500 hours.
3. What examination assesses pharmacy law knowledge?
A. NAPLEX
B.MPJE
C.FPGEC
D.PCOA
Rationale: The MPJE evaluates state-specific pharmacy laws.
PENNSYLVANIA PHARMACIST EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025-2026 Q&A
,4. What is the passing score for the NAPLEX?
A. 70
B.72
C.75
D.80
Rationale: A score of 75 or higher is required to pass.
5. Who provides certification for foreign pharmacy
graduates?
A. FDA
B.FPGEC (through NABP)
C.ACPE
D.PA State Board
Rationale: The FPGEC certifies foreign-trained pharmacists.
6. Which of the following is NOT required for licensure
application?
A. Transcript
B.High school diploma
C.Verification of internship hours
D.Criminal background check
Rationale: Only professional/college credentials are required.
7. Where do you create an account for PA licensure
applications?
A. NABP website
B.PALS (Pennsylvania Licensing System)
C.ACPE portal
D.NAPLEX portal
Rationale: PA uses PALS for online licensing.
, 8. How many continuing education hours must be
completed for biennial renewal?
A. 20
B.25
C.30
D.40
Rationale: PA requires 30 hours every two years.
9. How many hours of CE are specifically required in child
abuse recognition for renewal?
A. 1
B.2
C.2
D.4
Rationale: Two hours must cover child abuse recognition.
10. Which exam is required for all foreign pharmacy
graduates?
A. NAPLEX
B.FPGEE (FPGEC certification exam)
C.MPJE
D.PCOA
Rationale: Foreign graduates must pass the FPGEC certification.
11. What is the application fee for a Pennsylvania
pharmacist license?
A. $35
B.$40
C.$45
D.$50
PENNSYLVANIA PHARMACIST EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025-2026 Q&A
