Outline
The California Retake Application is a critical document for individuals seeking to retake the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) or the California Practice Standards and Jurisprudence Examination (CPJE). This form serves as a formal request to the California State Board of Pharmacy, allowing candidates to demonstrate their commitment to achieving licensure. Completing this application requires careful attention to detail; candidates must ensure that their full legal name matches exactly with the name on their U.S. government-issued photo identification and social security card. The application process typically takes about 30 days, during which applicants will receive either an eligibility letter or a deficiency letter if their submission is incomplete. It is essential to submit all required forms and fees to avoid delays. For those retaking the CPJE, a non-refundable fee of $200 is required, while there is no fee for retaking the NAPLEX. Additionally, applicants who have previously taken the NAPLEX must submit a separate Retake Application for each score they wish to have transferred to California. The board also accommodates active duty military spouses or partners by offering expedited processing under certain conditions. Understanding these aspects is vital for candidates aiming to navigate the retake process efficiently and successfully.
Sample - California Retake Form
RETAKE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Print out the entire application and required forms as instructed under What Makes an Application Complete in these
instructions. Please include all the required forms prior to submitting your application to the board.
PLEASE NOTE: It is very important that when you complete the application, the name you apply under IDENTICALLY
matches the name on your U.S. social security card and your U.S. government issued photo identification (state issued
driver’s license or state issued identification card).
FULL LEGAL NAME
It is very important that you complete your application by applying under your full legal name. Your full legal name on record
with the board is the name you submit with your pharmacist licensure examination application. The board will make you
eligible only under your name on record with the board and not aliases.
In order to be admitted to take the CPJE, you will need to be prepared to display at the testing site your U.S. social security
card AND U.S. government issued photo identification. Your name on both forms of identification must match letter for letter
with the name of record on file with the board (e.g., if your middle name is spelled out on your U.S. government issued photo
identification, then your middle name must be spelled out on your U.S. social security card, and both of these identifications
must match exactly to the name of record on file with the board.) The testing site will NOT allow you to sit for the CPJE
without your identifications matching IDENTICALLY with your name of record on file with the board. Photocopies of your
identifications will not be accepted at the testing site.
WHAT MAKES AN APPLICATION COMPLETE Before the board can classify you as eligible to take the NAPLEX and/or
the CPJE, you must submit a fully completed “Retake Application” (form 17A-1A)” along with all other required documents
and fees as instructed in this section. If you have requested a score transfer to California from NABP for the NAPLEX and
you have sat for the NAPLEX more than once to obtain a passing score, you are required to submit a Retake Application
for each NAPLEX score in order for California to request all your NAPLEX scores to be transferred by the NABP.
APPLICATION FEE: If you are submitting a Retake Application for the NAPLEX there is NO FEE. If you are
applying to retake the CPJE, please submit a check, money order, or cashier’s check in the amount of $200,
made payable to the Board of Pharmacy. The application fee is non-refundable. Please check the appropriate
box on the application identifying the appropriate examination(s).
RETAKE APPLICATION: (form 17A-1A): The application must be completed in its entirety-- with all
questions answered. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application and a deficiency letter will be
mailed to you. Failure to correct the deficiencies will result in your application being deemed abandoned.
ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY - Spouses or Partners Receive Expedited Review: The board is required to
expedite the licensure process for an applicant whose spouse or partner is an active duty member of the U.S.
Armed Forces and meets other criteria. (Business and Professions Code section 115.5.) If you would like to be
considered for this expedited review and process, please provide the following required documentation.
California State Board of Pharmacy BUSINESS, CONSUMER SERVICES AND HOUSING AGENCY
1625 N. Market Blvd, Suite N219, Sacramento, CA 95834 DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
Phone (916) 574-7900
GOVERNOR EDMUND G. BROWN JR.
Fax (916) 574-8618
www.pharmacy.ca.gov
APPLICATION PROCESSING TIMEFRAME
Please allow the board 30 days to process your application. The board will mail you either your
eligibility letter to sit for the examination(s) or a deficiency letter if your application is incomplete.
Due to current workload the board will not be able to respond to status checks on your application
unless your application has been on file for over 60 days.
Once you have completed your requirements for licensure (passing both NAPLEX and CPJE) and your
bank has processed your initial license fee check, an easy way to verify if the board has issued you a
license is to visit the board’s website at
www.pharmacy.ca.gov under “Verify a License”, as the
processing time to receive your pharmacist wallet license is 4-6 weeks from the date the license is
issued.
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1. Are you married to, or in a domestic partnership or other legal union with, an active duty member of the
Armed Forces of the United States who is assigned to a duty station in California under official active duty
military orders?
If “yes,” please attach a copy of the marriage certificate or certified declaration/registration of domestic
partnership filed with the Secretary of State AND military orders establishing duty station in California.
For other forms of “legal union” not recognized by California, you may submit other documentary
evidence of legal union issued by the State that recognizes your legal union for consideration by the
board in meeting this requirement.
2. Do you hold a current license in another state, district, or territory of the United States in the profession or
vocation for which you seek licensure from the board?
If “yes,” please attach a copy of the current license in another state, district, or territory of the United
States.
VERIFICATION OF LICENSE IN ANOTHER STATE: If you have been issued an intern pharmacist or pharmacist
license in another state since you submitted your initial pharmacist examination and license application, you must
request each state board or agency to verify your license on form 17A-16. You only need to submit one form
17A-16 per state.
PRACTITIONER SELF-QUERY REPORT: If you did not provide a sealed original Self-Query Report from the
National Practitioner Data Bank Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank ((NPDB-HIPDB) with your initial
pharmacist examination and licensure application or it has been one year since you originally submitted a sealed
original Self-Query Report, you are required to submit a sealed original Self-Query Report with this Retake
Application. It is your responsibility to attach the sealed original NPDB-HIPDB Self-Query Report to your application.
The instructions to request a Self-Query Report are available at NPDB-HIPDB’s website:
www.npdb-
hipdb.hrsa.gov. The website includes a Fact Sheet on self-querying, as well as Frequently Asked Questions to
assist you in requesting a report.
• Practitioner Self-Query Report requests are required to be submitted through the NPDB- HIPDB web site
http://www.hpdb-hipdb.hrsa.gov. NPDB-HIPDB provides a toll-free number for individuals who do not have
access to the Internet.
• Practitioners are required to pay a total charge of $16.00 directly to NPDB-HIPDB.
• Practitioners are required to mail to NPDB-HIPDB a notarized copy of the Self-Query request to a specified
address. This copy can be printed, which the practitioner prints out after filling the form out on-line.
• NPDB-HIPDB provides a dispute process for a practitioner that wish to submit a statement or dispute to a
report.
• The board is unable to assist you with the Self-Query process. Please contact the NPDB-HIPDB Customer
Service Center at: (800) 767-6732 – TDD (703) 802-9395.
MAKE TEST ARRANGEMENTS: Please follow the below instructions for each examination.
NAPLEX: Visit the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Web site at http://www.nabp.net/
for information on how to register for the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX).
Download the NAPLEX/MPJE Bulletin (see the NABP Web site). You must register on-line and remit the
$465 fee to the NABP. You may register with NABP simultaneously when submitted your pharmacist
application to the board or after the board has determined you are eligible to take the pharmacist
examinations. However, the NABP will not contact you until you have registered on-line and remitted the
$465 fee to the NABP. Once the board has determined you are eligible and you have paid your fee to the
NABP, the NABP will mail you an Authorization to Test form (ATT). At this point, you will be able to
schedule the location, date and time for your NAPLEX exam. Requirements and specifications for the
NAPLEX are available in the NAPLEX/MPJE Bulletin. Additionally, there is a preNAPLEX test you may
take as well to prepare you for the NAPLEX. If you have already taken and passed the NAPLEX,
information on how to request a Score Transfer through NABP is on their Web site.
CPJE: You will not schedule to sit for this examination until the board has made you eligible. Please
allow up to 14 days after you receive the board’s notification that you are eligible for PSI to mail you a
Candidate Handbook. The outside cover of the handbook is your “Notice of Eligibility.” Use the
information in this handbook to contact PSI. If you do not receive the Candidate Informational Bulletin in
the mail you can download the Candidate Information Bulletin from the board’s Web site. After you have
paid PSI $33, you will be able to schedule an appointment to take the CPJE. Again, the board
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encourages you to read this handbook carefully – it contains important information about the examination
and procedures at the test site.
You are encouraged to read all information published about the NAPLEX and the CPJE. Failure to comply with the
testing procedures may result in your examination not being graded and forfeiting of your application and/or testing fees.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
The California State Board of Pharmacy recognizes its responsibilities under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act
to provide reasonable accommodations, including auxiliary aids to qualified examination candidates with disabilities.
However, the board will not provide an accommodation which fundamentally alters the measurement of the knowledge or
skills the examination is intended to test, compromises examination security, or creates an undue financial and
administrative burden.
A candidate who seeks an accommodation has the responsibility to make the request to the board and to provide
reasonable documentation of the need for accommodation at least 90 days before he or she can take the written
examination. The information supplied to substantiate a candidate's request for an accommodation will be kept
confidential to the extent allowed by law. Information on this process is available from the board’s Web site.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
You will be notified of any deficiencies in your application only once. It is your responsibility to correct all deficiencies.
Failure to correct all deficiencies within one year from the date of notice will result in your application being deemed
abandoned pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 142.
You will know that you have been deemed eligible to take the examination when you receive your “Notice of Eligibility” letter
from the board.
If it has been more than 30 days since you have corrected all deficiencies in your application as identified in your deficiency
letter AND you have not been notified that you are eligible to take the examinations, please contact the board via email at:
intern-examstatus@dca.ca.gov.
17M-29A (1.13)
APPLICATION FOR PHARMACIST LICENSURE AND EXAMINATION
I am submitting this application to retake: NAPLEX only CPJE only ($200) Both CPJE ($200) and NAPLEX
(Note: There is a $200 fee (made payable to the California State Board of Pharmacy) for retaking the CPJE. There is no
California State Board of Pharmacy fee to retake the NAPLEX.)
Your full legal name on file with the board must match IDENTICALLY with both your U.S. government issued photo
identification and U.S. issued social security card for admission to the California Practice Standards and Jurisprudence
Examination for Pharmacists (CPJE). If your identifications do not match, you will need to correct your identifications so that
the names match identically. Your original U.S. government issued photo identification and U.S. issued social security card
are required for admission at the CPJE examination site. All items of information requested in this application are mandatory.
Failure to provide any of the requested information will result in the application being rejected as incomplete. Pages 1, 2, and 3 of the
retake application must be completed and signed by the applicant.
Applicant Information - Please Type or Print MILITARY SPOUSES/PARTNERS
(Check here if you are relocating to CA as
a result of your spouse’s/partner’s active duty military service.)
Full Legal Name-Last Name: First Name: Middle Name:
Previous Names (AKA, Maiden Name, Alias, etc):
*Official Mailing/Public Address of Record (Street Address, PO Box #, etc):
City: State: Zip Code:
Residence Address (if different from above):
City: State: Zip Code:
Hm#: ( ) Cell#: ( ) Wk#: ( ) Email Address:
Date of Birth (Month/Day/Year): **Social Security No: Driver’s License No: State:
List all state(s) where you are currently licensed or held a license as a pharmacist, intern pharmacist, and pharmacy
technician. (Attach additional sheet of paper if necessary)
State
Registration Number
Active or Inactive
Expiration Date
Self-Query Report by the National Practitioner Data Bank Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank (NPDB-HIPDB)
Required if you have not submitted a Self-Query Report with your initial application or if it has been over one year since you last
submitted a Self-Query Report to the board.
Attached is the sealed envelope containing my Self-Query Report from the NPDB-HIPDB. (This must be submitted with your application.)
THIS SECTION IS FOR BOARD USE ONLY
Photo:
Security:
Enf Check
SQ-HIPDB
FP Cards:
FP Fees:
DOJ Clear Date: _______
FBI Clear Date: _______
Exam History
CASHIERING ONLY
Date
NAPLEX
CPJE
APPLICATION FEE
Receipt No.
Date Received
Transcript:
School Code : ____
FG
TSE
Amount
LICENSE FEE
Intern Hours: C/I: Intern Permit #
Receipt No
Date Received
LICENSURE VERIFICATION
Amount
License No
California State Board of Pharmacy BUSINESS, CONSUMER SERVICES AND HOUSING AGENCY
1625 N. Market Blvd, Suite N219, Sacramento, CA 95834 DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
Phone (916) 574-7900 GOVERNOR EDUMND G. BROWN JR.
Fax (916) 574-8618
www.pharmacy.ca.gov
RETAKE
ALL APPLICANTS MUST ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS (Attach additional sheet of paper if necessary)
1. Have you ever been expelled from a pharmacist licensure exam administered in this state or any other state?
If “yes,” provide the date and state. ___________________________________
Yes No
2. Have you previously taken a pharmacist exam which was not graded or had exam results
withheld on grounds of dishonest conduct during an examination in this state or any other state?
If “yes,” provide the date and state. _________________________________________
Yes No
3. Do you have a medical condition which in any way impairs or limits your ability to practice your profession
with reasonable skill and safety without exposing others to significant health or safety risks?
If “yes,” attach a statement of explanation. If “no,” proceed to #4.
Are the limitations caused by your medical condition reduced or improved because you receive ongoing
treatment or participate in a monitoring program? Yes No
If “yes,” attach a statement of explanation.
If you do receive ongoing treatment or participate in a monitoring program, the board will make an
individualized assessment of the nature, the severity and the duration of the risks associated with an ongoing
medical condition to determine whether an unrestricted license should be issued, whether conditions should
be imposed, or whether you are not eligible for licensure.
Yes No
4. Do you currently engage, or have you been engaged in the past two years, in the illegal use of controlled
substances?
If “yes,” are you currently participating in a supervised rehabilitation program or professional assistance
program which monitors you in order to assure that you are not engaging in the illegal use of controlled
substances? Yes No
Attach a statement of explanation.
Yes No
5. Has disciplinary action ever been taken against your pharmacist license, intern permit or technician
registration in this state or any other state?
If “yes,” attach a statement of explanation to include circumstances, type of action, date of action and
type of license, registration or permit involved.
Yes No
6. Have you ever had an application for a pharmacist license, intern permit or technician registration denied in
this state or any other state?
If “yes,” attach a statement of explanation to include circumstances, type of action, date of action
and type of license, registration or permit involved.
Yes No
7. Have you ever had a pharmacy permit, or any professional or vocational license or registration, denied or
disciplined by a government authority in this state or any other state?
If “yes,” provide the name of company, type of permit, type of action, year of action and state.
______________________________________________________________
Yes No
8. Have you ever been convicted of any crime in any state, the USA and its territories, military court or foreign
country?
Check the box next to “YES” if, you have ever been convicted or plead guilty to any crime. “Conviction”
includes a plea of no contest and any conviction that has been set aside or deferred pursuant to Sections
1000 or 1203.4 of the Penal Code, including infractions, misdemeanor, and felonies. You do not need to
report a conviction for an infraction with a fine of less than $300 unless the infraction involved alcohol or
controlled substances. You must, however, disclose any convictions in which you entered a plea of no
contest and any convictions that were subsequently set aside pursuant or deferred pursuant to sections 1000
or 1203.4 of the Penal Code.
Check the box next to “NO” if you have not been convicted of a crime.
Please provide the following information in order to assist in the process of your application: 1) certified
copies of the arresting agency report; 2) certified copies of the court documents; 3) and a descriptive
explanation of the circumstances surrounding the conviction (i.e. dates and location of incident and all
circumstances surrounding the incident.) If documents were purged by the arresting agency and/or court, a
letter of explanation from these agencies is required. Failure to disclose a disciplinary action or
conviction may result in the license being denied or revoked for falsifying the application
Arrest Date
Conviction Date
Violation(s)
Case #
Court of Jurisdiction (Full Name and Address)
Yes No
You must provide a written explanation for all affirmative answers. Failure to do so will result in this application being deemed
withdrawn or incomplete.
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APPLICANT AFFIDAVIT
You must provide a written explanation for all affirmative answers. Failure to do so will result in this application being deemed incomplete. Falsification of
the information on this application may constitute grounds for denial or revocation of the license.
All items of information requested in this application are mandatory. Failure to provide any of the requested information will result in the application being
rejected as incomplete.
Collection and Use of Personal Information. The California State Board of Pharmacy of the Department of Consumer Affairs collects the personal information
requested on this form as authorized by Business and Professions Code Sections 4200 and 4209 and Title 16 California Code of Regulations Section 1719-1720.1
and 1728. The California State Board of Pharmacy uses this information principally to identify and evaluate applicants for licensure, issue and renew licenses, and
enforce licensing standards set by law and regulation.
Mandatory Submission. Submission of the requested information is mandatory. The California State Board of Pharmacy cannot consider your application for
licensure or renewal unless you provide all of the requested information.
Access to Personal Information. You may review the records maintained by the California State Board of Pharmacy that contain your personal information, as
permitted by the Information Practices Act. The official responsible for maintaining records is the Executive Officer at the board’s address listed on the application.
Each individual has the right to review the files or records maintained by the board, unless confidential and exempt by Civil Code Section 1798.40.
Possible Disclosure of Personal Information
We make every effort to protect the personal information you provide us. The information you provide, however, may be disclosed in the following circumstances:
• In response to a Public Records Act request (Government Code Section 6250 and following), as allowed by the Information Practices Act (Civil Code Section 1798
and following);
• To another government agency as required by state or federal law; or
• In response to a court or administrative order, a subpoena, or a search warrant.
*Once you are licensed with the board, the address of record you enter on this application is considered public information pursuant to the Information Practices Act
(Civil Code section 1798 et seq.) and the Public Records Act (Government Code Section 6250 et seq.) and will be placed on the Internet. This is where the board
will mail all correspondence. If you do not wish your residence address to be available to the public, you may provide a post office box number or a personal mail box
(PMB). However, if your address of record is not your residence address, you must also provide your residence address to the board, in which case your residence
will not be available to the public.
** Disclosure of your U.S. social security account number is mandatory. Section 30 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 17520 of the Family Code,
and Public Law 94-455 (42 USC § 405(c)(2)(C)) authorize collection of your social security account number. Your social security account number will be used
exclusively for tax enforcement purposes, for purposes of compliance with any judgment or order for child or family support in accordance with section 17520 of the
Family Law Code, or for verification of license or examination status by a licensing or examination entity which utilizes a national examination and where licensure is
reciprocal with the requesting state. If you fail to disclose your social security account number, your application will not be processed and you may be reported to the
Franchise Tax Board, which may assess a $100 penalty against you.
NOTICE: Effective July 1, 2012, the State Board of Equalization and the Franchise Tax Board may share taxpayer information with the board. You are obligated to
pay your state tax obligation. This application may be denied or your license may be suspended if the state tax obligation is not paid.
MANDATORY REPORTER
Under California law, each person licensed by the Board of Pharmacy is a “mandated reporter” for both child and elder abuse or neglect purposes.
California Penal Code Section 11166 and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 15630 require that all mandated reporters make a report to an agency specified in
Penal Code Section 11165.9 and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 15630(b)(1) [generally law enforcement, state, and/or county adult protective services
agencies, etc.] whenever the mandated reporter, in his or her professional capacity or within the scope of his or her employment, has knowledge of or observes a
child, elder and/or dependent adult whom the mandated reporter knows or reasonably suspects has been the victim of child abuse or elder abuse or neglect. The
mandated reporter must contact by telephone immediately or as soon as possible, to make a report to the appropriate agency(ies) or as soon as is practicably
possible. The mandated reporter must prepare and send a written report thereof within two working days or 36 hours of receiving the information concerning the
incident.
Failure to comply with the requirements of Section 11166 and Section 15630 is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to six months in a county jail, by a fine of one
thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both that imprisonment and fine.
For further details about these requirements, consult Penal Code Section 11164 and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 15630, and subsequent sections.
APPLICANT AFFIDAVIT
(must be signed and dated by the applicant)
I, , hereby attest to the fact that I am the applicant whose signature appears
(Print full name)
below. I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California to the truth and accuracy of all statements, answers and representations made in this
application, including all supplementary statements. I also certify that I have read the instructions attached to this application.
Signature of Applicant Date
17A-1A (1.13)
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Form Information
| Fact Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Processing Time | The California State Board of Pharmacy typically takes 30 days to process a Retake Application. You will receive either an eligibility letter or a deficiency letter if your application is incomplete. |
| Application Fee | There is no fee for retaking the NAPLEX. However, if you are applying to retake the CPJE, a fee of $200 is required, which is non-refundable. |
| Identification Requirements | Your full legal name must match identically on your U.S. social security card and government-issued photo ID. Discrepancies will prevent you from taking the CPJE. |
| Governing Law | The application process for the Retake Application is governed by the Business and Professions Code, specifically section 115.5 for military spouses and section 142 for incomplete applications. |
Detailed Guide for Filling Out California Retake
Completing the California Retake form is an important step in the process of retaking the pharmacist licensure examinations. Following the instructions carefully will help ensure that the application is processed smoothly and without delays. Below are the steps to fill out the Retake Application form.
- Print the entire Retake Application (form 17A-1A) and any required documents.
- Write your full legal name exactly as it appears on your U.S. social security card and government-issued photo identification.
- Provide your official mailing address, including street address, city, state, and zip code.
- Fill in your residence address if it is different from your mailing address.
- Enter your contact numbers: home, cell, and work, as well as your email address.
- Include your date of birth and social security number.
- Indicate your driver’s license number and the state of issuance.
- List all states where you hold or have held a pharmacist, intern pharmacist, or pharmacy technician license, including registration numbers and expiration dates.
- Attach a sealed original Self-Query Report from the National Practitioner Data Bank Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank (NPDB-HIPDB) if required.
- Answer all mandatory questions regarding past examination conduct and any medical conditions that may affect your ability to practice.
- Check the appropriate box to indicate whether you are applying to retake the NAPLEX, CPJE, or both.
- Include the application fee if applicable. For the CPJE, submit a check, money order, or cashier’s check for $200 made payable to the Board of Pharmacy.
- Sign and date the application to certify that all information is accurate and complete.
- Mail the completed application and all required documents to the address provided on the form.
After submitting the application, the processing time may take up to 30 days. You will receive either an eligibility letter or a deficiency letter if there are any issues with your application. It is essential to ensure that all information is accurate and complete to avoid delays in the processing of your application.
Obtain Answers on California Retake
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What is the California Retake form?
The California Retake form is an application that individuals must complete if they wish to retake the NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) or the CPJE (California Practice Standards and Jurisprudence Examination for Pharmacists). This form ensures that applicants meet the necessary requirements to be eligible for retaking these examinations.
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What are the fees associated with the Retake Application?
If you are retaking the NAPLEX, there is no fee. However, if you are applying to retake the CPJE, you must submit a fee of $200. This fee must be paid via check, money order, or cashier’s check made out to the California State Board of Pharmacy. Please note that this fee is non-refundable.
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How long does it take to process the Retake Application?
The California State Board of Pharmacy typically takes about 30 days to process the Retake Application. After processing, you will receive either an eligibility letter allowing you to sit for the examination(s) or a deficiency letter if your application is incomplete. If you do not hear back within 60 days, you may contact the board for a status update.
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What happens if my application is incomplete?
If your application is incomplete, you will receive a deficiency letter detailing what is missing. You must correct all deficiencies within one year; otherwise, your application will be deemed abandoned. It is crucial to ensure that all required forms and information are submitted with your application to avoid delays.
Common mistakes
Completing the California Retake form can be a daunting task, and many applicants make critical mistakes that can hinder their progress. One common error is failing to ensure that the name provided on the application matches exactly with the name on their U.S. social security card and government-issued photo identification. Inconsistencies in name spelling or format can lead to immediate rejection of the application, preventing the applicant from sitting for the necessary examinations.
Another frequent mistake involves the omission of required documents. Applicants often overlook the necessity of submitting a fully completed Retake Application along with all other required forms and fees. If any section of the application is left unanswered or if necessary attachments are missing, the board will classify the application as incomplete. This could result in a deficiency letter, and if the issues are not rectified within a year, the application may be deemed abandoned.
Additionally, many applicants fail to provide a sealed original Self-Query Report from the National Practitioner Data Bank, which is mandatory if it has been over a year since their last submission. This oversight can cause significant delays in the application process. It is essential to attach this report to the application to avoid complications that could arise from incomplete submissions.
Misunderstanding the application fee requirements is another pitfall. While there is no fee to retake the NAPLEX, a $200 fee is required for the CPJE. Applicants sometimes neglect to check the appropriate box on the application to indicate which examination they are applying to retake. Failure to pay the correct fee can lead to further delays and confusion regarding the application status.
Lastly, applicants may underestimate the importance of providing accurate contact information. Incomplete or incorrect phone numbers and email addresses can impede communication from the board regarding application status or deficiencies. Ensuring that all contact details are accurate and up-to-date is crucial for receiving timely notifications and instructions. By avoiding these common mistakes, applicants can enhance their chances of a smooth application process.
Documents used along the form
The California Retake form is a crucial document for individuals looking to retake the NAPLEX or CPJE examinations. To complete the application process successfully, several other forms and documents are often required. Below is a list of additional documents that may be necessary when submitting the Retake Application.
- Verification of License in Another State: This form is needed if you hold a pharmacist or intern license in another state. It verifies your current status and any disciplinary actions. You must request this verification from the respective state board using form 17A-16.
- Practitioner Self-Query Report: If you have not submitted a Self-Query Report from the National Practitioner Data Bank within the last year, you must include a sealed original report with your application. This report provides important information about your professional history.
- Application Fee Payment: When retaking the CPJE, a non-refundable fee of $200 is required. This payment can be made via check, money order, or cashier’s check made out to the California State Board of Pharmacy.
- Identification Documents: You must provide a U.S. government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card. Both documents must match your full legal name exactly as it appears on your application to gain admission to the examination.
Gathering these forms and documents in advance can help streamline the application process. Ensure that everything is complete and accurate to avoid delays in your eligibility to retake the examinations.
Similar forms
The California Retake form shares similarities with several other important documents in the licensure and examination process. Here are six documents that have comparable features:
- Application for Licensure: Like the Retake form, this document requires personal information, including full legal name and identification details. Both forms must be completed fully to avoid delays.
- Score Transfer Request: This form is similar in that it allows candidates to request the transfer of examination scores from one state to another. Both require careful attention to detail to ensure proper processing.
- Verification of License Form: This document confirms the status of a candidate's existing licenses. It shares the necessity of accurate information and may involve additional documentation, just like the Retake form.
- Self-Query Report: This report, required for the Retake application, also necessitates the submission of specific information and documentation. Both aim to ensure that candidates meet the necessary standards for licensure.
- Request for Special Accommodations: Candidates seeking accommodations must provide detailed information about their needs. Similar to the Retake form, this document emphasizes the importance of thorough and precise submissions.
- Application for Examination: This application is submitted to take the initial licensure exams. Like the Retake form, it requires complete and accurate information and is essential for eligibility determination.
Dos and Don'ts
Things You Should Do:
- Print the entire application and required forms as instructed.
- Ensure your full legal name matches exactly with your U.S. social security card and government-issued ID.
- Complete all sections of the Retake Application (form 17A-1A) fully.
- Attach a sealed original Self-Query Report from the NPDB-HIPDB if required.
Things You Shouldn't Do:
- Do not submit an incomplete application; it will be rejected.
- Do not use aliases or variations of your name on the application.
- Do not forget to pay the application fee for the CPJE if applicable.
- Do not ignore the requirement to correct any deficiencies within one year.
Misconceptions
Misconceptions about the California Retake form can lead to confusion and delays in the licensure process. Below are four common misconceptions, along with clarifications to help applicants navigate the process more effectively.
- Misconception 1: There is a fee for retaking the NAPLEX.
- Misconception 2: The application can be submitted without matching identification.
- Misconception 3: Incomplete applications will receive multiple notifications.
- Misconception 4: Active duty military spouses automatically qualify for expedited processing.
In fact, there is no fee associated with submitting a Retake Application for the NAPLEX. Only the CPJE requires a fee of $200. This is an important distinction for applicants to understand, as it may influence their financial planning.
Applicants must ensure that the name on their application matches identically with both their U.S. government-issued photo identification and social security card. Any discrepancies will prevent admission to the examination.
The board will notify applicants of deficiencies only once. It is the applicant's responsibility to address these deficiencies within one year. Failure to do so will result in the application being deemed abandoned.
While spouses or partners of active duty military members may be eligible for expedited review, they must provide specific documentation to the board. This includes proof of marriage or partnership and military orders, which must be submitted with the application.
Key takeaways
Filling out and using the California Retake form can be a straightforward process if you keep a few key points in mind. Here are some important takeaways:
- Application Processing Time: Allow the board 30 days to process your application. You will receive either an eligibility letter or a deficiency letter if something is missing.
- Full Legal Name: Ensure that your application matches your full legal name as it appears on your U.S. social security card and government-issued ID. Any discrepancies can lead to issues at the testing site.
- Application Completeness: Complete all sections of the Retake Application (form 17A-1A). An incomplete application will result in a deficiency letter, and failure to address the deficiencies may lead to your application being abandoned.
- Application Fees: There is no fee to retake the NAPLEX. However, a fee of $200 is required to retake the CPJE. This fee is non-refundable.
- Special Considerations for Military Families: If you are a spouse or partner of an active duty military member, you may qualify for expedited review. Documentation will be needed to support this request.
By following these guidelines, you can navigate the application process more smoothly and focus on preparing for your examination.