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Ricarda Micallef1, Reem Kayyali1
1Kingston University, Department of Pharmacy, Penrhyn Road, Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey KT1 2EE, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Introduction:
Currently, there is no globally agreed upon standard for pharmacist undergraduate education, continuing professional development (CPD) or continuing education (CE), although global frameworks are available. Supporting uniformity globally from an undergraduate degree to ongoing lifelong learning will be reviewed. The continuing need for regulator input will also be discussed.
Commentary:
Across the globe, multiple degree pathways exist to enter the pharmacist profession. These include a bachelor of science, a masters, and an increasing number of doctor of pharmacy degrees. Various models exist for lifelong learning (CPD and CE) requirements. While frameworks exist for a global model, there is limited evidence of progress.
Implications:
This is call for pharmacy regulators globally to work together to identify global standards, with clear measurable outcomes, to share best practice and provide consistent patient care globally.
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