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Leading Curriculum Transformation in Pharmacy Education
Sharon L Youmans1, Susan M Stein2
1UCSF School of Pharmacy, San Francisco, CA, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|November 8, 2025
Summary
Pharmacy education curricula require updates to meet modern demands. This commentary details a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Curriculum Development
- Higher Education Pedagogy
Background:
- Pharmacy education faces pressure for efficiency, effectiveness, economy, and relevance.
- Preparing pharmacists for 21st-century health challenges necessitates continuous curricular improvement.
- Emerging technologies, instructional design, and costs impact pharmacy education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss a curriculum revision process in a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program.
- To share experiences and lessons learned from significant program changes.
- To provide insights into adapting pharmacy education for future needs.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive commentary on a curriculum revision.
- Analysis of changes in program length, structure, and assessment.
- Reflection on practical implementation and outcomes.
Main Results:
- A well-established PharmD program underwent substantial curriculum reform.
- The revision involved alterations to program duration, organizational structure, and evaluation methods.
- Experiences and lessons learned from this transformative process were documented.
Conclusions:
- Curriculum revision is essential for maintaining the relevance and effectiveness of pharmacy education.
- Adapting educational programs requires careful consideration of various influencing factors.
- Sharing experiences from such revisions offers valuable guidance for other institutions.
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