NASPA Launches New Respiratory Test & Treat Certificate Program

June 6, 2025 – The National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) is proud to announce the launch of a new certificate program, the NASPA Pharmacy-Based Point-of-Care Test & Treat Respiratory Certificate Program, designed to equip pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and student pharmacists with the foundational knowledge and practical tools needed to confidently assess and manage patients with respiratory infections in a community pharmacy setting.

This focused, 8-hour program offers a more accessible pathway to core test and treat training, drawing on the foundational elements of NASPA’s comprehensive 20-hour Pharmacy-Based Point-of-Care National Certificate Program. Tailored for busy pharmacy professionals, the streamlined format delivers targeted clinical insights and practical tools to support care for conditions such as influenza, COVID-19, and group A strep.

“Pharmacists are playing an increasingly vital role in expanding access to care,” said Krystalyn Weaver, PharmD, JD, Executive Vice President & CEO of NASPA. “We’re thrilled to offer this streamlined and targeted program as a new way for pharmacists to strengthen their test and treat capabilities – supporting both patient outcomes and the broader public health landscape.”

This new program is ideal for pharmacists new to test and treat services or those seeking a refresher focused specifically on respiratory conditions. Participants will review sample protocols, explore clinical decision-making processes, and examine practical workflows for incorporating POCT into pharmacy practice.

Test and treat services continue to emerge as a powerful tool for increasing access to timely care, especially in underserved areas. NASPA’s Pharmacy-Based Point-of-Care Test & Treat Respiratory Certificate Program helps prepare pharmacists to meet this demand with confidence, competence, and compassion.

To learn more or register, visit naspa.us/poct/respiratory.

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The National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) supports and enhances the work of state pharmacy associations in their efforts to advance the pharmacy profession. NASPA represents state associations, fostering leadership, advocacy, and innovation across the profession.