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Brenda L Pahl1, Michael W Firmin2, Felisha L Younkin2
1Cedarville University School of Pharmacy, 251. N. Main Street, Cedarville, OH 45314, United States.
Co-curricular activities significantly enhance pharmacy students' professional identity and career advancement. These experiences foster self-understanding, empathy, leadership, and patient interaction skills crucial for future pharmacists.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Professional Development
Background:
- Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education Standards mandate professionalism in graduates.
- Professionalism is often cultivated through experiences beyond traditional classroom learning.
- Co-curricular activities play a vital role in developing essential professional skills for pharmacy students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore pharmacy students' perceptions of co-curricular programs.
- To understand how co-curricular activities contribute to professional development in pharmacy students.
- To identify specific benefits and themes associated with student participation in co-curricular activities.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative phenomenological analysis of semi-structured interviews.
- 10 doctor of pharmacy students participated in the study.
- Interview transcripts were coded to identify recurring themes related to professional development.
Main Results:
- Two primary themes emerged: professional identity enhancement and professional advancement.
- Professional identity enhancement included improved self-understanding and greater empathy towards patients.
- Professional advancement encompassed exposure to career options, enhanced leadership skills, and improved patient interaction.
Conclusions:
- Co-curricular activities are valuable for enhancing pharmacy students' professional identity and career progression.
- These activities should be integrated into pharmacy education and program outcomes.
- Findings support the importance of co-curricular programs for developing competent and professional pharmacy graduates.
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