Developing advanced hospital pharmacy practice experiences in a Bachelor of Pharmacy programme in Jordan: A novel training programme and evaluation of student perceptions
Author:
Batarseh Yazan S.1ORCID, Rouse Michael J.2, AlEjielat Rowan1, Khaleel Anas1ORCID, Aluwidi Mohammad1, Ayyad Diana3, Haddadin Yara3
Affiliation:
1. University of Petra, Jordan 2. Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, USA 3. Albasheer Hospital, Amman, Jordan
Abstract
Objective: To describe, introduce, and assess student perceptions of a structured clinical training programme for pharmacy students that meets the expectations of advanced pharmacy practice experiences of Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) programmes accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.
Methods: A clinical training programme was held from July to September 2019. Training included hands-on hospital rotations focusing on essential pillars of pharmaceutical care including ensuring proper medical indication, effectiveness, safety, and patient adherence (total of 160 hours). The study population included 35 senior pharmacy students from the University of Petra.
Results: Qualitative answers from students showed positive responses associated with the programme’s pre-training orientation, clinical training, preceptors involved, and student’s clinical knowledge and skills.
Conclusion: The piloted introduction of a structured clinical training programme for pharmacy students was successful. Students reported positive evaluations and perceptions of clinical training sites and staff as well as their clinical and practical skills. The main challenge students encountered was transportation to the practice site.
Publisher
International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)
Subject
Pharmaceutical Science,Pharmacy,Education
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