In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti dives into the decade-long decline in NAPLEX exam pass rates and what it reveals about the state of pharmacy education and exam readiness. He unpacks the data trends, explores root causes — from the rapid growth of pharmacy programs to changes in applicant pools and testing standards — and explains what today’s pharmacy students can do to turn things around.

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This session gives you the “why” behind the decline in NAPLEX exam pass rates and, more importantly, the “how” to overcome it. Learn how to develop a modern, strategic study approach that focuses on application over memorization, leverages testable standards of care, and helps you rise above national averages.

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Table of Contents:

00:00 – Welcome & episode overview
03:02 – How the NAPLEX is developed and validated
04:31 – What “testable” really means for entry-level pharmacists
06:59 – Why new drugs and guidelines rarely appear on the exam
10:14 – How to focus your study plan on core knowledge
12:12 – Final thoughts: master the how by knowing the why

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Disclaimer:
This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard in this content.