About the Office of Continuing Professional Education

The Howard University College of Pharmacy Office of Continuing Professional Education is committed to advancing lifelong learning for pharmacy professionals across all practice settings. We provide high-quality, accredited continuing education (CE) programs to support the evolving roles of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and students. 

We are proud to be:  

• District of Columbia's only university-based ACPE-accredited CPE provider.
• One of only two institutions nationwide awarded ACPE’s Accreditation with Commendation, and one of only ten providers nationally to currently hold this prestigious distinction.
• The first HBCU in the United States to receive ACPE CPE Accreditation with Commendation. 

The Howard University College of Pharmacy (HUCOP) is a leader in preparing highly skilled, culturally competent, and socially conscious pharmacy professionals. The Office of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is dedicated to supporting the lifelong learning and career advancement of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians through innovative, high-quality continuing education. 

As an ACPE-accredited provider with Commendation, HUCOP's Office of CPD delivers educational programming that reflects excellence in content, delivery, and learner engagement. Each activity undergoes a rigorous peer-review process to ensure academic integrity, relevance, and measurable outcomes. Programs are offered in both virtual and face-to-face formats, designed to meet the diverse needs of today’s pharmacy professionals. 
 

Mission: 
The mission of the HUCOP Office of CPD is to promote excellence in patient care and pharmacy practice by providing lifelong learning opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skills, and professional growth of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other health care providers. We are committed to fostering interprofessional collaboration, addressing health disparities, and advancing public health through education. 
 

Continuing Education Goal: 
To serve as an accessible and reliable source of in-depth continuing education for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Our programs are designed to support professional competency, address current and emerging challenges in pharmacy practice, and promote leadership in delivering patient-centered care. 
 

Howard University, College of Pharmacy, Office of Continuing Professional Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education with Commendation. 

The Howard University College of Pharmacy Office of Continuing Professional Development (HU COP Office of CPD) utilizes the Learning Express CE platform to offer a wide range of current and emerging professional education programs for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. 

To view the latest list of available and upcoming accredited programs, please log on to the Learning Express CE portal using the button below: 

If you are a first-time user, you will need to register and create a unique username and password to access the course catalog. 

Most of our programs are offered free of charge as part of our commitment to accessible professional development. However, a nominal fee may be required for certain specialized or externally partnered offerings. 

The Learning Express platform is fully integrated with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) via the CPE Monitor system. Once you complete a program, your continuing education (CE) credit will be automatically reported to your NABP e-Profile, ensuring seamless tracking for state licensure requirements. 

To receive CE credit, participants must: 

• Attend the live session in full
• Complete the post-program evaluation
• Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the post-test 

Upon successful completion of all components, you will be able to download and print your certificate of completion directly from your Learning Express portal. 

We encourage you to take full advantage of these educational opportunities to maintain your licensure, advance your professional skills, and stay current with innovations in pharmacy practice. 

Are you interested in creating a training program hosted on the portal? 
Contact us to learn more about training development and hosting services.