Use FormsPal's online PDF editor to fill out the California Board of Pharmacy retake application quickly and accurately. Follow the steps below to complete Form 17A-1A and download your retake application.
How to Fill Out the California Retake Form
Step 1: Open the form. Click the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to open the PDF editor. The California Retake Application will load and be ready to complete.
Step 2: Enter your personal information. Type your full legal name exactly as it appears on your Social Security card and government-issued photo ID. Name discrepancies will delay or disqualify your application.
Step 3: Select the examination type. Indicate whether you are retaking the NAPLEX or the CPJE. Include payment for the non-refundable CPJE retake fee if applicable. NAPLEX retakers do not pay a California Board retake fee.
Step 4: Attach required documents. Include your Practitioner Self-Query Report from the NPDB/HIPDB. Active-duty military spouses should note the expedited review option on the application.
Step 5: Review and submit. Verify all fields are complete and accurate, sign the form, and submit it to the California State Board of Pharmacy. Processing takes approximately 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times can I retake the CPJE in California? The California State Board of Pharmacy requires a new retake application for each CPJE attempt. Check the board's current policies for any retake limits or mandatory waiting periods between attempts.
Is there a fee for retaking the NAPLEX in California? The California Board of Pharmacy does not charge a retake fee for the NAPLEX. Fees for the NAPLEX itself are set by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy and must be paid separately.
What happens after I submit the retake application? Once the California State Board of Pharmacy approves your application, you will receive instructions to make your own test arrangements with the NAPLEX or CPJE testing program. Processing takes up to 30 days.
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