Logistics
All programming for the 2026 AAPP Annual Meeting will be held at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle's Eastside, located at 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, Washington, 98004. Attendees may choose to attend in-person or virtually.
Is there a reduced lodging rate?
Yes! Discounted rooms at Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle's Eastside can be reserved for $245/night (plus taxes and fees) until March 18, 2026. After March 18, 2026, rates will increase. A limited number of discounted rooms are available for a limited time for students and government employees. Read additional lodging information.What is the dress code?
Business casual attire is recommended throughout the Annual Meeting.Registration
Full and day rate registrations are available. See all rates here.
Are there any discounts on registration?
Early registration rates are available until March 18, 2026. After March 18, prices increase from $100-$175 per person. Special pricing is available for AAPP student and resident members.What does each registration include?
A full registration includes AAPP and industry-supported programming and meal functions offered Sunday, April 19 through Wednesday, April 22. Industry-supported programming may require a separate registration through the provider. Also included is ACPE credit for each accredited session you attend.A one-day registration includes AAPP and industry-supported programming and meal functions offered for that day and ACPE credit for each accredited session you attend. Industry-supported programming may require a separate registration through the provider.
Virtual registrations include viewing access to all AAPP sessions with ACPE credit, the AAPP Forum On Our Future, and all industry-supported programming. Virtual registrants do not have viewing access to in-person networking activities, poster sessions, idea exchanges, or student programming.
What meals are included in the registration fee?
Full registration includes light breakfast on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and a reception on Sunday evening. Industry-supported programming may offer additional meals Sunday through Tuesday. One day registrations include meal functions offered for that day.Can students and residents attend?
Yes, we welcome students and residents and offer reduced registration pricing for AAPP members. Non-member students and residents can join AAPP to obtain the special pricing.Will I receive a confirmation and receipt of my registration?
A confirmation and receipt of your registration will be sent to you via email immediately upon registering online. For registrations made with payment by check, please allow two weeks for processing; confirmation of registration will be sent via email immediately upon processing. If you do not receive confirmation after 14 days, please do not hesitate to contact the AAPP office at 402-476-1677 or info@aapp.org.Is there a refund if I have to cancel my registration?
In-Person Attendees: To receive a refund less a $75 handling fee, registrations must be canceled in writing on or before April 1, 2026 (postmark or email date). Emergency cancellations after April 1 through the 2026 Annual Meeting will be considered by the Board if requested by the registrant. Registrations are not transferable to other individuals. Prior to April 1, an in-person registration can be converted to a virtual registration by emailing info@aapp.org, and AAPP will refund the difference less a $75 handling fee. There are no refunds for BCPP Recertification products. AAPP can be reached at: AAPP, 8055 O Street, Ste S113, Lincoln, NE, 68510, 402-476-1677 (phone), info@aapp.org.Virtual Attendees: No refunds will be provided for virtual attendees as all sessions and events are being recorded and will be available to virtual attendees to view and receive credit for up to 3 years. Registrations are not transferable to other individuals. There are no refunds for BCPP Recertification products. If you wish to convert your virtual registration to an in-person registration, please contact info@aapp.org. You will be required to pay the difference between the cost of a virtual registration and an in-person registration.
Are BCPP Recertification sessions included in registration?
All Annual Meeting attendees registered for the full meeting or for Sunday and Monday may attend the BCPP Recertification sessions. However, in order to earn BCPP Recertification credit, attendees must additionally purchase the Clinical Application Series and successfully complete an online examination. New in 2026, AAPP 2026 is offering 10 hours of BCPP Recertification-eligible programming, and in-person attendees can add this to their registration for just $80 (AAPP member rate).Education & Learning
The AAPP 2026 Annual Meeting offers 22 hours of ACPE credit plus additional credit for industry symposia. Learn more on the General Information page.
What types of CE credit are offered?
ACPE and BCPP recertification credit are offered at the AAPP Annual Meeting. CME credit is not available. For more information about continuing education, visit the General Information page.What are industry symposia and showcases?
Industry-supported symposia are scientific programs developed for educational purposes. All symposia are in compliance with Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) criteria for planning and implementation and offer up to 1 contact hour of ACPE credit per session.Industry showcases allow time for presentation of new research findings, provide product details, give demonstrations, and highlight new products. These sessions are promotional and are not eligible for continuing education credits.
Attendance at industry symposia and showcases is included in full Annual Meeting registrations as well as day registrations (industry events may be offered on the day of attendance). Room capacities at industry events are limited and meals/refreshments are provided by AAPP on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration may be required with the provider at the door or online prior to the event.
If I miss a session, can I still earn credit for it?
Yes. Two-to-four weeks after the meeting, registrants will be provided with all speaker recordings with the exception of student programming, and any platform, case-based, and discussion sessions. ACPE credit is accessible for sessions you are unable to attend.When will online materials be available?
Session presentations will be available at aapp.org/2026 one week prior to the meeting. Session Evaluations will be available April 19, 2026. All post-meeting resources will be uploaded in May 2026.How can I best gain access to session materials?
The best resource for materials is aapp.org/2026. You can access session materials on your desktop, tablet, or mobile device! Printed documents will not be provided at the Annual Meeting.How do attendees participate in sessions (Q&A and polls)?
Both in-person and virtual attendees will participate in sessions on individual session pages at aapp.org/2026.What is the viewing experience for virtual attendees?
Virtual attendees will see presentation slides and hear the speaker and moderator audio in real time via a livestream. Speakers will not be shown on camera.What is BCPP Recertification programming?
Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacists (BCPP) may maintain their credentials by successfully completing 100 hours of approved recertification programming through AAPP every 7 years. Recertification assures the BPS-certified pharmacist, along with the public and the profession at large, that specialty skills and knowledge are maintained at exceptional levels and comparable to newly certified practitioners. Ten hours of Recertification Programming are presented live at the AAPP Annual Meeting through the Clinical Application Series. The live programming is recorded and delivered online for those wishing to take this programming as a distance education component. Registration and the successful completion of an online examination is required. Learn more about BCPP Recertification products.Safety & Wellbeing
AAPP is proud to represent all psychiatric pharmacists, psychiatric pharmacy residents, and pharmacy students interested in the field. It is our goal that all attendees feel safe and welcome at the AAPP Annual Meeting.
Does AAPP have a Code of Conduct for meeting attendees?
Yes, all in-person and virtual event attendees, speakers, and staff are expected to attest to and abide by the AAPP's Code of Conduct.How do I report an incident?
In an emergency that requires immediate assistance from the police, fire department, or an ambulance, please call 911.If you experience harassment or hear of any incidents of unacceptable behavior according to the AAPP Code of Conduct, find and notify an AAPP Staff member as soon as possible OR submit a report to conduct@aapp.org.
What are AAPP's guiding principles for safety and wellbeing?
- AAPP events bring us together as a community and are an important element of membership in our association.
- AAPP events are an important way for us to live our mission to advance the practice of psychiatric pharmacy and pharmacists, regardless of the physical location of the event.
- Our events are important in supporting the members in the host state who are working to advance the practice of psychiatric pharmacy and provide the best in patient care, regardless of the political environment.
- It is our responsibility to be present on behalf of our colleagues, friends, and patients regardless of the location.
- Through its events, AAPP lives its mission by striving for diversity in programming, speakers, and all events.