Pharmacy postgraduate education transformation: pharmacist preferences for microcredentials.

Autor: Marra, Carlo A, Donat, Ina, Lee, Michaela, Roberti, Hanne, Sue, Tim, Au, Martin, Lam, Denise, Wilby, Kyle J
Zdroj: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice; Dec2022, Vol. 30 Issue 6, p567-570, 4p
Abstrakt: Objectives: To explore micro-credentialing for postgraduate study in pharmacy practice. Methods: An online survey of practicing or intern pharmacists in New Zealand was designed to identify learner preferences for education, determine interest and demand for microcredentials and elicit preferred 'willingness-to-pay' thresholds. Key findings: A total of 430 responses were obtained. A stacked microcredential programme was preferred by 88% over traditional courses. Interest, skill development and career development were the top-ranked aspects. Participants favoured the lowest cost option ($300 NZD per microcredential). Conclusions: Pharmacists in New Zealand are supportive of microcredentials for postgraduate study as an alternative to traditional programmes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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