OPRA eligibility & the registration pathway
The OPRA exam (formerly KAPS) is the knowledge assessment overseas-trained pharmacists sit on the path to registration in Australia. Here's where it fits — and how to get ready.
Where OPRA fits
For overseas-trained pharmacists, the Australian Pharmacy Council's skills-assessment pathway includes a knowledge assessment (the OPRA exam, formerly KAPS) alongside other steps such as eligibility checks and, later, supervised practice and an intern exam. Always confirm the current requirements and your specific pathway with the Australian Pharmacy Council and AHPRA.
Preparing for the knowledge exam
Whatever your pathway, the OPRA knowledge exam tests the same five domains. ClinicalStem helps you prepare for that step — start free.
Start preparing free
Create a free account and practise 50 questions, three Crash Course modules and the full Calculations Lab — no payment needed.
Start freeFrequently asked questions
Who has to sit the OPRA exam?
Overseas-trained pharmacists seeking registration in Australia, as part of the Australian Pharmacy Council's assessment pathway. Confirm your specific requirements with the APC/AHPRA.
Is OPRA the same as KAPS?
The KAPS knowledge exam has transitioned to the OPRA exam — see our KAPS vs OPRA guide.