ACVP Student Pharmacists
Student Pharmacist Membership
Student Pharmacist Membership Information
Becoming a student pharmacist member of the American College of Veterinary Pharmacists is a great way to learn more about veterinary healthcare. If you have an interest in joining the ranks of some of the most entrepreneurial pharmacists in our profession this is the place for you! Members of ACVP represent a select group of practitioners who have distinguished themselves as having some of the most highly evolved professional practices in the country.
If you are a student pharmacist, then you are eligible for student membership in ACVP. Membership dues is only $5 per year.
ACA Compound Academy
Our intensive 3-day hands-on course is designed specifically for student pharmacists who want to learn more about the exciting field of pharmaceutical compounding. Building on the content typically found in pharmacy school, this course will expand your knowledge of the art and science of pharmaceutical compounding with an emphasis on quality, best practices, and current laws and regulations. We limit our classes to only 12 students, ensuring a low student:teacher ratio and maximizing your opportunity to learn. Training will be held at the ACA National Training Laboratory in Bartlett, Tennessee.
At only $445, ACA Compound Academy is an affordable option for student pharmacists and recent graduates (2019/2020).
ACA Compound Academy Course Information and Online Registration
Scholarships
The ACA Foundation offers scholarships to ACA and ACVP Student Pharmacist Members twice yearly; application deadlines are April 15 and October 15.
Currently we have the following scholarships available:
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Willie Osborn Student Scholarship for Entrepreneurism — $500 cash award plus travel expenses to attend an ACA or ACVP Conference
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George Malmberg Student Scholarship for Compounding Excellence — covers tuition and travel expenses for an ACA compounding training course
- Pharmacists Mutual | ACA Foundation Community Pharmacy Scholarship —
$2,500 scholarship will be awarded at the ACA | ACVP Annual Conference & Expo or another ACA or ACVP Conference
Pharmacists Mutual | ACA Foundation Community Pharmacy Scholarship
The American College of Apothecaries (ACA), and Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company are offering up to four (4) $2,500 student pharmacist scholarships each year. Two scholarships will be awarded each year at ACA/ACVP Annual Conference & Expo, and two scholarships will be awarded at another ACA or ACVP Conference. Students must be able to attend the conference to receive the scholarship. The scholarship presentation will be at the Thursday or Friday Awards Luncheon, depending on the Conference.