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Preceptor Feedback on Utilization and Pre-APPE Performance Expectations of Pharmacy Practice Skills
Amanda Eades1, Casey Gallimore2, Andrea L Porter2
1University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|July 27, 2024
Summary
Pharmacy preceptors utilize communication and patient education skills most frequently. Competency expectations for advanced pharmacy practice experiences (APPEs) students vary by skill, allowing for curriculum prioritization.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Experiential Learning
- Curriculum Development
Background:
- Preceptors play a crucial role in training future pharmacists.
- Understanding preceptor practices and expectations is vital for effective experiential education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the frequency of skills performed by preceptors.
- To assess preceptors' expected student competency levels for Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs).
Main Methods:
- A survey was developed by pharmacy practice faculty.
- Pharmacy preceptors ranked skill utilization and expected student competency.
- Skills were categorized by priority (high, moderate, low).
Main Results:
- 448 preceptors completed the survey.
- High utilization and competency expectations for communication, patient education, and drug therapy review.
- Low utilization and competency expectations for physical assessment and point-of-care testing.
Conclusions:
- Skill frequency and competency expectations vary significantly among preceptors.
- This data can inform curriculum design and prioritization for APPEs.
- Addressing skill gaps and curricular bloat is possible through targeted educational strategies.
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