Evaluation of an injection training and certification program for pharmacy students

Area of Science:

• Pharmacy education
• Immunization practices
• Clinical skills development

Background:

• Pharmacy students require specialized training for safe and effective immunization administration.
• Evaluating the impact of practical experience on student competence is crucial for curriculum development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the effectiveness of an injection training and certification program for third-year pharmacy students.
• To measure the impact of administering immunizations at an influenza clinic on student knowledge, skills, and confidence.

Main Methods:

• A repeated measures design was employed to track changes in injection skills.
• Student self-reported knowledge, experience, and confidence were evaluated using a repeated measures design.

Main Results:

• Significant improvements in student knowledge, experience, and confidence were observed post-certification and during the influenza clinic.
• University staff and students reported high satisfaction with the immunization services provided by pharmacy students.

Conclusions:

• The injection training and certification program effectively enhanced student skills.
• The university influenza clinic provided a valuable setting for practical application and skill development in immunization.