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Development needs of volunteer pharmacy practice preceptors.
Mitra Assemi1, Robin L Corelli, Peter J Ambrose
1School of Pharmacy, University of California-San Francisco, 521 Parnassus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94143-0622, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|April 1, 2011
Summary
Pharmacy preceptor training effectively boosts confidence in guiding students. However, specific areas like managing difficult situations and student motivation require further targeted training for volunteer pharmacy preceptors.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy education
- Experiential learning
- Preceptor development
Background:
- Volunteer pharmacy preceptors play a crucial role in training future pharmacists.
- Assessing preceptor needs is vital for effective experiential education.
- Identifying specific training gaps can enhance preceptor performance and student outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the training needs and interests of volunteer pharmacy preceptors.
- To evaluate the impact of prior training on preceptor confidence and skills.
Main Methods:
- A survey was distributed to 576 volunteer pharmacy preceptors.
- Data collected focused on precepting experiences and training requirements.
- Response rate was 40.9% (n=236).
Main Results:
- Preceptors reported lower confidence in areas such as policy enforcement, managing underperforming students, and conflict resolution.
- While some perceived increased workload, many noted that student pharmacists aided daily tasks and extended patient care.
- Previously trained preceptors demonstrated higher confidence in evaluating students and fostering critical thinking skills.
Conclusions:
- Pharmacy preceptor training programs are beneficial and enhance confidence.
- Key areas for further training were identified, including student motivation, policy enforcement, and conflict management.
- Both novice and experienced preceptors expressed a need for additional targeted training to address specific challenges in pharmacy education.
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