Read below for 7 ways to get the most out of your membership in 2018! Do you need to renew your ICHP membership? Click here. And don't forget to white list members@ichpnet.org to make sure you aren't missing out on any important email communications.


1. Small Tasks
With a small effort you can make a big impact for ICHP! Review a student’s CV, peer review a KeePosted article, serve as a poster judge, or view
our short task list for other quick, one-time jobs you can do that make a contribution to ICHP. Contact a board member or the ICHP office to get pointed in the right direction.

2. Networks

ICHP has several networks to support pharmacy professionals in a variety of roles.  The Ambulatory Care Network is for members who work or have an interest in the ambulatory setting.  The Pharmacy Directors Network helps directors from around the State find solutions to perplexing issues, share experiences with TJC and other accreditors, and provide insight to ICHP.  New Practitioners Network support each other as they enter and build their foundation in the profession.  The newly formed 340B Network is for those involved in that complicated and highly regulated process. As you can see, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

3. Regular Participation
Are you savvy at planning CPE programming? An expert in attracting new members to our organization? Consider volunteering your ideas one hour a month on any of ICHP's Divisions or Committees! Visit our Divisions & Committees page. All are welcome!

4. Advocacy
ICHP provides a variety of opportunities to have an impact on state legislation that affects pharmacy. Attend Pharmacy Legislative Day and get coached on talking points and face-to-face time with legislators, volunteer on the Government Affairs Division, or visit our Advocacy Center on the website to identify your legislators and contact them using a ready-made template to start a discussion.

5. Resources
ICHP provides countless resources for enhancing your career, practice, or care for your patients. Our KeePosted news journal is published 4 times a year online and in print and features Medication Safety Pearls, Best Practices, and more. Our online Toolkits have tips for establishing a residency program, REMs, continuing professional development and much more. Our Career Center features available pharmacy positions and helpful tips for professional development. Look for the Career Center e-mail in your inbox every other Thursday.

6. Education
ICHP offers numerous opportunities to obtain continuing pharmacy education credit (CPE) and brush up on new medications and technologies. Check out our CPE News Brief, sent right to your inbox monthly. You can also access the ICHP Calendar at ichpnet.org to see the latest offerings like local affiliate CPE and networking meetings, statewide meetings, home-study, LIVE webinars, and more!

7. Social Media
Use ICHP's online communities on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram! These online offerings allow members to connect with each other in social and professional forums by asking questions, sharing best practices, attaching files, and more. Use the social media platform that fits your style and stay connected!

7 Ways to get more out of your membership in 2019