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Pharmacy Professionalism Toolkit for Students and
Faculty
Provided by the APhA-ASP/AACP Committee on Student Professionalism
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STUDENT
RECRUITMENT
Pre-Pharmacy Organizations
Description of activity
Pre-pharmacy organizations are typically composed of students who are
interested in applying to pharmacy school. These organizations provide
an excellent forum to explore career opportunities, learn about the
school or college’s program of studies, and prepare for the
admission process. Students can inquire about classes, internship
opportunities, and receive advice on admissions. They may also
participate in journal clubs or extracurricular activities planned by
current student pharmacists.
Rationale
Before applying to a program, students often seek the advice of a
college counselor or program advisor to answer technical questions about
the admissions process and Pharm.D. degree requirements. Current student
pharmacists, however, can provide other kinds of information. This would
be a great opportunity to discuss the topic of professionalism, as well
as involve pre-pharmacy students in activities that foster leadership,
altruism, and pride in the profession.
Areas of professionalism addressed
Activities promoting the importance of professionalism will raise
awareness of this topic and create a baseline of expectations students
may refer back to as they progress through the application process.
Special issues involving planning / promotion /
implementation
Student pharmacists who lead these discussions must be well-versed in
professionalism issues and able to apply these tenets to different work
environments and situations. Faculty advisors and the admissions
committee should also either be present and/or consulted before
information is presented to pre-pharmacy students. Flyers can be
displayed with information to get students more involved.
Examples of programs and resources
- Duquesne University
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- University of Kentucky
- University of Michigan
- Western University of Health Sciences
Pre-Pharmacy Organizations
Outreach Programs-Career Fairs
Outreach Programs—Mentoring and
Shadowing
Educating the Public on the Pharmacist’s Role in
Health Care
Professionalism Prerequisite
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