01 · LEARN
APPS Simulation Lab
Build clinical and operational skills through realistic pharmacy practice experiences and hands-on technology.
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Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Practice (CAPP)
Developing new ways to integrate pharmacists into care—and preparing students to lead those changes.
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Practice that moves healthcare forward.
CAPP explores, develops, and implements innovative ways to integrate pharmacists into healthcare delivery. Through education, collaboration, and practical experience, we help prepare the next generation of pharmacy leaders.
What we do
Programs & opportunities
Programs and partnerships that connect pharmacy education with the evolving needs of patients and communities.
01 · LEARN
02 · LEAD
Capitol Leadership Forum
Equip future pharmacists to understand policy, advocate for the profession, and engage with decision-makers.
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03 · ADVANCE
Management, Policymaking & Leadership (MPL)
Develop management, policymaking, and leadership skills in CAPP’s extracurricular MPL Certificate Program through individual instruction, structured discussions, and engagement in pharmacy advocacy.
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04 · GUIDE
CAPP Advisory Council
A coalition of pharmacy leaders across ambulatory care, health systems, managed care, professional organizations, and industry who help guide CAPP’s strategy and direction.
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05 · GATHER
Residency Symposium
Residents present their year-long work, and attendees earn continuing education while meeting colleagues across the region.
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CAPP Newsletter
The newsletter shares advocacy updates, practice trends, and the Center’s work with students, alumni, and pharmacy partners.
Latest edition · July 2026 · Volume 3, Issue 3
July 2026
A letter from Dr. Peter Tenerelli introduces articles on legislation, the next generation of pharmacists, artificial intelligence, and the 17th Annual Residency Symposium.
- Feature: Is the Next Pharmacy Practice Breakthrough Just Around the Corner? (H.R. 3164)
- Update on California Senate Bill 41
- What pharmacy leaders expect from the next generation
- How artificial intelligence may shape the profession
- Pharmacy Champion of Change and the Capitol Leadership Forum
- Report on the 17th Annual Residency Symposium
From the archive · Volume 1, Issue 1
July 2022
The first CAPP newsletter introduced the Center and reviewed the simulation lab, Advisory Council, Capitol Leadership Forum, MPL certificate, and pharmacy advocacy.
In partnership
Learning built for real practice
Through its partnership with PioneerRx, CNU pharmacy students train with pharmacy software used in independent practice, strengthening clinical and functional skills in a real-world learning environment. PioneerRx provides this software to the program at a discounted rate. Views of its quality are based on the College’s pharmacy lab experience.
PioneerRx
Practice with pharmacy technology in a hands-on learning environment.
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Leadership
Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Practice
Peter Tenerelli, PharmBS, PharmD, EMP
Associate Professor of Clinical and Administrative Sciences
Director, Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Practice
Director, Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Practice
peter.tenerelli@cnsu.edu
Phone: 916-686-7300
The Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Practice (CAPP), established within the California Northstate University College of Pharmacy has the mission of strategically exploring, developing, and implementing new and innovative ways of incorporating pharmacists into health care delivery and preparing pharmacy students to successfully lead and integrate within those innovative roles.
The Center’s Director, Dr. Peter Tenerelli, in partnership with faculty, staff and students, and in collaboration with community, regional, state, and national leaders, employs a spectrum of strategies that add to the combined result of strengthening the pharmacist’s visibility, recognition, and impact within healthcare. Through initiatives ranging from local learning centers to national platforms, the Center supports efforts to advance pharmacy practice.
The Center views pharmacy as a singular profession composed of various specialties and workplace environments. It encourages pharmacists to think and act as one entity in pursuit of shared goals. The Center reports on national advocacy efforts and outcomes, while disseminating best practices to achieve similar outcomes throughout the U.S.
The Center seeks to inform and inspire current and future advocacy leaders as we advance and transform the profession.
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Connect with us to learn about practice advancement, the Advisory Council, the newsletter, student opportunities, partnerships, and the Residency Symposium.
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9700 West Taron Dr., Elk Grove, CA 95757
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