BOPA Publication – Cancer pharmacists and consultant credentialing in Great Britain: an analysis of influencing factors and the impact of a dedicated support initiative
Cancer pharmacists and consultant credentialing in Great Britain: an analysis of influencing factors and the impact of a dedicated support initiative
The study explored factors influencing cancer pharmacists’ progression through consultant-level credentialing and examined the impact of the BOPA Cancer Consultant Pharmacist Credentialing Webinar Series.
The findings identified several common barriers to credentialing, including time constraints, limited organisational support and lack of mentorship. Importantly, pharmacists who attended the BOPA webinar series were more likely to report progression with their credentialing portfolio than those who did not attend.
These findings reinforce the value of providing structured support, peer networking and practical guidance to pharmacists undertaking advanced and consultant credentialing.
Read the article here:
https://academic.oup.com/ijpp/advance-article-abstract/doi/10.1093/ijpp/riag073/8704625
Continue your credentialing journey with us at our next Cancer Advanced and Consultant Pharmacist Credentialing Support Series webinar:
Date: Thursday 18 June 2026
Time: 13:00–14:00
Topic: Research Domain
Speakers:
• Nick Duncan – Consultant Pharmacist
• Dr Melanie Dalby – Clinical Academic Research Lead
• Tiffany Chan – Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services
The webinar is open to BOPA paid members who are undertaking or considering Advanced or Consultant Pharmacist credentialing.
Further information:
https://www.bopa.org.uk/credentialing-support-series/
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to and supported this important initiative.
Best wishes,
BOPA Education & Training Subcommittee
