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Development of a precepting workshop for pharmacy residents
Carolyn M Jung1, Elayne D Ansara2, Kerri E Degenkolb2
1Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Indianapolis, IN, and Department of Pharmacy Services, Eskenazi Health, Indianapolis, IN. cjung@butler.edu.
Summary
Pharmacy residents showed improved precepting skills and confidence after attending a specialized workshop. This training directly addressed the need for structured guidance in pharmacy education and mentorship.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Residency Training
- Preceptor Development
Background:
- Pharmacy residents require structured training to enhance their precepting abilities.
- Existing teaching certificate programs may not fully cover essential precepting skills.
- There is a demand for specific workshops to support pharmacy residents in their role as preceptors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development of a workshop aimed at improving pharmacy residents' precepting skills and confidence.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the developed workshop through survey data.
- To provide a structured learning experience for pharmacy residents preparing to become preceptors.
Main Methods:
- A full-day workshop was designed and implemented, featuring didactic sessions on key precepting topics.
- Topics included the four preceptor roles, feedback techniques, and managing difficult situations.
- A panel discussion with experienced preceptors offered practical insights; continuing education credit was available.
Main Results:
- A total of 51 postgraduate year 1 or 2 residents attended the 2014 workshop.
- Pre- and post-workshop surveys revealed significant improvements in residents' comfort levels across 24 skill areas.
- Workshop attendance positively impacted residents' perceived ability to serve as copreceptors.
Conclusions:
- The developed workshop effectively enhanced pharmacy residents' precepting skills and confidence.
- The program received positive feedback from attendees, indicating its value in pharmacy education.
- This initiative successfully addressed the need for targeted precepting training for pharmacy residents.
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