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Pharmacy Practice and Education in Finland
Jouni Hirvonen1, Outi Salminen2, Katariina Vuorensola3
1Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Helsinki Viikinkaari 5 E, PO Box 56, 00014 Helsinki, Finland. jouni.hirvonen@helsinki.fi.
Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)
|March 1, 2019
Summary
The Finnish pharmacy education system offers two degrees: a five-year Master of Science (M.Sc. Pharm.) for pharmacy owners and managers, and a three-year Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Pharm.) for dispensing and patient counseling. Both programs emphasize multidisciplinary sciences and patient care.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Pharmaceutical Practice
- European Union Healthcare Systems
Background:
- The Pharmacy Education in Europe (PHARMINE) project surveys pharmacy education and practice across EU member states.
- This paper specifically details the findings for pharmacy education and practice in Finland.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the results of the PHARMINE survey regarding pharmacy practice and education in Finland.
- To provide reference material for students and staff interested in EU pharmacy education and mobility.
Main Methods:
- An electronic survey was distributed to selected pharmacy representatives in Finland.
- Data analysis of the survey responses to outline the Finnish pharmacy education structure and practice.
Main Results:
- Finland has a dual pharmacy degree system: a five-year M.Sc. Pharm. for owners/managers and a three-year B.Sc. Pharm. for dispensing/counseling.
- The M.Sc. and B.Sc. programs share foundational coursework, with the M.Sc. extending to advanced management and research topics.
- The curriculum, revised in 2014, integrates pharmaceutical sciences, patient care, and general skills, including lifelong learning and professional identity.
Conclusions:
- Finnish pharmacy education equips graduates with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, patient counseling, and essential healthcare system roles.
- The curriculum's structure supports both specialized practice and the development of critical professional competencies for pharmacists in Finland.
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