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1. How do I join CSHP?
2. How do I renew my CSHP membership?
3. What are the membership categories and dues?
4. What is the value of a CSHP membership?
5. What are the payment options?
6. What is the CSHP yearly membership cycle?
7. How do I obtain my membership ID and password?
8. How do I update my member profile?
9. What are Committees, Councils, and Task Forces (CCTFs)?
10. How do I obtain Continuing Pharmacy Education credits?
11. How do I refer a member?
Joining CSHP is simple. To join CSHP, you have three easy options:
1. Simply click and submit your membership application online.
2. Call CSHP at (916) 447-1033.
3. Print application form and either mail or fax to:
| CSHP Membership 1314 H Street, Suite 200 Sacramento, CA 95814 or FAX: (916) 447-2396 |
2. How do I renew my CSHP membership?
You can renew your membership by phone, fax, mail, or most conveniently online. To renew online, be sure to have your Membership ID and Password available. If you have misplaced or lost your membership ID, call (916) 447-1033.
3. What are the membership categories and dues?
Membership Categories |
Description |
Dues |
Active Membership entitles you to vote in the annual CSHP election and benefit from all CSHP membership services and programs. |
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Pharmacist Member (P) |
Pharmacists who are licensed in the United States and who support the goals and objectives of CSHP. |
$263 |
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New Practitioner - 1st Year (NP1) |
Individuals who have completed their pharmacy education within the last six (6) months. |
$66 |
| New Practitioner - 2nd Year (NP2) | |
$131 |
| New Practitioner - 3rd Year (NP3) | $197 | |
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Spouse Program |
Provides active membership for both husband and wife at a lower rate (first membership is full amount: second membership is reduced) and only one set of materials is sent. Second application form is required. |
$394 ($263+$131) |
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Active Retired (R) |
Retired pharmacists, who are declared retirees and have reached the age of 65. |
$131 |
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Pharmacy Resident (RF) |
Listed as NP1 members. |
N/A |
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Associate Membership entitles you to receive benefits of membership and be granted the privilege of participating in the CSHP House of Delegates. |
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Pharmacy Student (PS) |
Individuals who are enrolled in professional degree programs in an accredited college of pharmacy and who support the goals and objectives of CSHP. |
$60 |
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Pharmacy Technician (PT) |
Individuals who are employed, licensed or experienced as pharmacy technicians in all practice settings. Technician members are automatically members of the CSHP Technician Division and are entitled to vote in that division. |
$79 |
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Pharmacy Technician Student (TS) |
Students who are currently enrolled in a formal technician training program. |
$40 |
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Supporting Associate (A) |
Individuals other than licensed pharmacists, who support the goals and objectives of CSHP. |
$263 |
4. What is the value of a CSHP membership?
As a member of CSHP, you will find value through the following member benefits:
Legislative & Regulatory Advocacy
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Active representation before the California Legislature and the State Board of Pharmacy
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Tracking of legislation that impacts the practice of pharmacy
Continuing Pharmacy Education
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Discounted Seminar registration fees
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A wide variety of education choices that serves the interest of most practice specialties
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Up to six-hours of free CPE in CJHP each year
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Free online CPE through www.healthsystemce.org
Peer Contact & Networking
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Membership in one of 17 Regional Chapters at no additional charge
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CSHP events throughout the state to keep you connected
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Many leadership and volunteer opportunities
Communications & Publications
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The California Journal of Health-System Pharmacy (CJHP) free with your membership
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InfoSource (e-newsletter)
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CSHP’s website at www.cshp.org
Cost-Savings Benefits
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CSHP’s online bookstore offers members-only pricing
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Universal Studios Fan Club discount
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San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park discount
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Bank of America Rewards Card
As a member of CSHP, you’re entitled to even more:
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Unique opportunities for networking, career growth and continuing education
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Network with over 4,000 member professionals in California
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Receive the latest health-system news via e-mail with Society news and latest pharmacy headlines
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Gain access to important information from the American Society of Health-system Pharmacists (ASHP)
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CSHP web pages focused on your interests
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Customized educational programming, reviews and posters at CSHP’s Seminar
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Opportunities to vote, volunteer and hold leadership roles in the Society
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CSHP and its paid legislative advocate speaking for you in the state legislature
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Participate in advocacy – shape important local and national policies at a grassroots level
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Opportunities to participate in policy and planning
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Access to the best pharmacy jobs in California through Employment Opportunities
5. What are the payment options?
All payments are done on an annual basis. Please make all checks payable to CSHP. You can also charge your Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Mail checks to: CSHP, 1314 H Street, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Additionally, you may pay your membership fees monthly using your credit card. You will be charged monthly for 1/12 of the memerbship fee.
6. What is the CSHP yearly membership cycle?
CSHP’s memberships are annual.
7. How do I obtain my membership ID and password?
If you already have a CSHP Membership ID and Password and need a quick reminder, email us your full-name and phone number with the phrase “Membership ID” in the subject-line to megan@cshp.org. You may also call us at (916) 447-1033.
8. How do I update my member profile?
If you currently a CSHP member, to update your information simply login from the CSHP website with your Login and Password. Once you are logged in, simply select “My Profile” on left menu. Also, you can update your addresses, membership categories (i.e. practice setting, title, electronic publication preferences) and customize your membership login and password by selecting any of the menu options below “My Profile.”
9. What are Committees, Councils, and Task Forces (CCTFs)?
CSHP is the premier association to help advance your leadership, professional, and business skills, as well as the practice of health-system pharmacy. CCTFs are appointed by the President-elect in the middle of each year and terms run from January to December.
Visit the CCTF section of the website for more information.
10. How do I obtain Continuing Pharmacy Education credits?
As a member of CSHP, there is a wide-variety of ways to take advantage of our free CPE:
1. Visit CSHP’s state-of-the-art online CPE website at http://www.healthsystemce.org. Once logged in, you can either print your tests and fill-in your responses at later date or complete the exam online. HealthSystemCE will store your partial and/or completed CPE exams for the duration of your membership and you can print any completed CPE certificate with the ease of clicking a button.
2. Through your free subscription to the CJHP, you can take up to 6 units of free CPE each year.
3. CPE is offered during CSHP meetings, including 3 Regional Chapter Presidents meetings and CSHP’s annual Seminar, the best place in the western states region to fulfill your CPE requirements. As a CSHP member, you will receive a discounted registration fee to Seminar.
11. How do I refer a member?
To refer a friend or colleague, fill-in their name on the “referred by” line of your paper membership application or renewal form or contact Megan Blackwell at megan@cshp.org.