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1, MPharm, PharmD, is a Consultant Pharmacist based in Calgary, Alberta.
The Canadian Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
|June 13, 2024
Summary
Developing leadership skills in pharmacy students is crucial for their future roles in patient care and healthcare teams. This study identified seven key leadership competencies to guide pharmacy education and development.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Leadership Studies
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Enhanced leadership competencies are vital for pharmacy students to advance patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Developing these skills is essential for succession planning within the pharmacy profession.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and describe the core leadership competencies and developmental experiences for pharmacy students.
- To inform curriculum development and training programs in pharmacy leadership.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review was performed using MEDLINE, PubMed, and Google Scholar (up to November 2023).
- Synergy from pharmacy leadership course syllabi was also incorporated.
- Included articles focused on leadership in healthcare and pharmacy education.
Main Results:
- Seven key leadership competencies were identified: leadership knowledge, self-awareness, collaboration, leading change, business skills, systems thinking, and lifelong learning.
- These competencies were derived from an analysis of 34 resources.
Conclusions:
- Pharmacy students can cultivate leadership abilities through targeted experiences aligned with the identified competencies.
- Canadian pharmacy schools can implement leadership placements to enhance student skills.
- The findings provide a framework for preparing pharmacy students for evolving practice and leadership roles.
Keywords:
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