The Pharmacy Game-GIMMICS^® a Simulation Game for Competency-Based Education

Area of Science:

• Pharmacy Education
• Health Professions Training

Background:

• The role of pharmacists has evolved significantly.
• Pharmacy education is shifting towards competency-based models.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the learning goals, assessment methods, teaching tools, and student perspectives of the GIMMICS® pharmacy game.
• To highlight the game's unique approach combining simulation and serious gaming.

Main Methods:

• The GIMMICS® game simulates community pharmacy practice, including patient counseling and interprofessional collaboration.
• Learning objectives focus on developing collaboration, leadership, communication, and pharmaceutical expertise.
• Assessment includes individual and team performance, with teams evaluated on patient numbers.

Main Results:

• Student evaluations indicate a high value placed on the course.
• The game successfully integrates simulation with serious gaming for competency development.

Conclusions:

• The GIMMICS® pharmacy game is an effective tool for training future pharmacists in essential competencies.
• Its adaptability has led to adoption by seven international universities, demonstrating its global relevance and impact on pharmacy education.