Empowering Today’s Pharmacists. Elevating Tomorrow’s Care.

At CPACPI, we believe that community pharmacists are the cornerstone of accessible and quality healthcare. The Community Pharmacist Assessment and Career Progression Institute was established to strengthen this vital role through structured assessment, professional development, and career advancement opportunities.

We are committed to building a competent, recognized, and continuously evolving community pharmacy workforce that meets the dynamic healthcare needs of society.

Mission

To promote excellence in community pharmacy practice by providing a structured, transparent, and competency-based assessment and career progression system that empowers pharmacists to deliver safe, patient-centered, and innovative healthcare services.

Vision

To be the leading institute for the professional development and recognition of community pharmacists in Nigeria and across Africa, fostering a dynamic, skilled, and future-ready pharmaceutical workforce.

Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) is a technical arm of Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, (PSN) and a member of International Pharmaceutical Federation/ Community Pharmacy Section (FIP/CPS).

We are committed to empowering every Community Pharmacist to embrace Best Pharmacy Practice and collaborate with all stakeholders in the health sector to promote quality healthcare.

What we do

  • Competency-Based Assessments: We design and administer fair, transparent evaluations that measure the real-world readiness and expertise of community pharmacists.

  • Career Progression Framework: We offer a tiered, merit-based pathway for pharmacists to grow professionally—from entry-level practitioners to advanced specialists.

  • Accredited Training & CPD: Through workshops, e-learning, and mentorship, we provide ongoing learning opportunities tailored to the realities of practice.

  • Policy Support & Advocacy: We contribute to shaping pharmacy workforce policy through research, thought leadership, and partnerships with key stakeholders.

  • Digital Certification & Tracking: Our tech-enabled platforms make it easy for pharmacists to monitor progress, manage credentials, and access learning resources anytime, anywhere.