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Leadership development in health professions
Alena C Hampton1, Kelechi C Ogbonna2, Vasco M Pontinha3
1Academic Affairs and Student Success, Rehabilitation Counseling, Virginia Commonwealth University, College of Health Professions, 900 E. Leigh Street, P.O. Box 980233, Richmond, VA, United States.
Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning
|January 3, 2024
Summary
This study developed a leadership program for pharmacy students, integrating self-awareness and skill-building. The program successfully enhanced students' leadership knowledge, skills, and self-perception, preparing them for healthcare leadership roles.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Leadership Development
- Pharmacy Education
Background:
- Health professions education lags in leadership development despite its importance.
- Leadership training is inconsistently integrated into curricula.
- Accreditation standards recognize leadership but it remains underrepresented.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and pilot a tailored leadership development program for pharmacy students.
- To integrate Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Education (CAPE) outcomes into leadership training.
- To enhance self-awareness, skill-building, and application in leadership.
Main Methods:
- A year-long pilot program involving three cohorts of doctor of pharmacy students.
- Assessment of knowledge, skills, and self-awareness throughout the program.
- Pre- and post-assessment of leadership competency attainment in one cohort.
Main Results:
- Participants reported high satisfaction and found the program beneficial.
- Pre- and post-assessments showed growth in self-perception of knowledge, skills, and self-awareness.
- Attainment of leadership competencies, including personal commitment and knowledge, was observed.
Conclusions:
- Co-curricular leadership programs based on CAPE outcomes effectively develop essential leadership skills.
- Such programs equip students with the knowledge and skills for effective healthcare leadership.
- Integrating leadership development is crucial for preparing future healthcare leaders.
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