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Implementation of a Continuing Professional Development Course in a Longitudinal Didactic Curriculum for Pharmacy
Elizabeth Unni1, Minh Thi Le1, Alana Whittaker2
1Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Pharmacy, South Jordan, Utah.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|December 14, 2019
Summary
Implementing continuous professional development (CPD) in pharmacy education is feasible and beneficial. The program enhanced students
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Professional Development
Background:
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is crucial for pharmacists.
- Integrating CPD into the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) curriculum presents unique challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement a CPD program within the didactic PharmD curriculum.
- To evaluate the outcomes and student perceptions of the implemented CPD program.
Main Methods:
- A CPD program was developed and implemented in a PharmD curriculum.
- Barriers were identified and addressed in a revised program implementation.
- Student and faculty evaluations, along with skills assessments, were conducted.
Main Results:
- Student course ratings were acceptable (3.3-4.2/5), with higher ratings from first-year students.
- Most faculty found the CPD curriculum valuable for student development.
- Students reported significant improvements in communication, leadership, and time management skills.
Conclusions:
- Integrating a CPD program into the didactic PharmD curriculum is feasible and advantageous.
- The model fosters self-directed lifelong learning and prepares students for practice-based learning.
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