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Why complete special studies in geriatrics? Will it give me an advantage
in the work place?
Who can I talk to if I am interested in these geriatric
training options?
When may I begin completing courses for these training
options?
How do I identify the elective choices?
Do we have to maintain a certain overall GPA, or GPA in the required
classes?
How well do the geriatrics courses correlate with the core classes?
Should I anticipate any scheduling conflicts?
How do I put together a Pharmacy 595 or independent study in geriatrics?
How is the Pharmacy 579 (Geriatrics APPE) scheduled?
How will I be recognized for receiving this training?
How can I network with the geriatrics faculty and
other students pursuing education and training in geriatrics?
Why complete the
special studies in geriatrics? Will it give me an advantage in the work
place?
The number of adults over age 65 years is increasing every day. There
are a lot of opportunities in pharmacy practice to apply what you learned
in geriatrics and gerontology. In addition, our graduates may have
an advantage when applying for positions associated specifically with
caring for older adults. This includes practice in retail, clinic,
long-term care, and inpatient facilities. For some graduates, the
certificate has facilitated a high level of specialty practice and work
as independent consultant pharmacists. Studies in geriatrics
are also great education and training to prepare for the board certification
offered through the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists in geriatrics
(CGP).
Who can I talk to
if I am interested in these geriatric training options?
The Office of Academic and Student Programs advisors can be helpful to
you in answering your questions about these training and education opportunities.
You can also speak with a Geriatrics Program faculty member or preceptor
to get advice on training and education. These faculty are listed at the
program website.
When may I begin completing
courses for these training options?
You may begin your studies at any time. There is no formal admissions
process. This opportunity is intended to be independent in nature and
allow you the flexibility to develop your studies over the course of your
PharmD curriculum.
How do I identify
the elective choices?
You can choose electives in geriatrics and gerontology from several courses
offered at the University of Washington (see sample listing of campus
or School of Pharmacy electives (attach here)). Other electives will be
accepted based on the nature and extent of geriatrics/gerontology content.
General criteria for acceptance of an elective are that the majority (ie.
greater than 50%) of the coursework is focused on the care, needs, or
services required by older adults. Please see the Geri
Electives Menu for more information.
Do we have to
maintain a certain overall GPA, or GPA in the required classes?
Yes, successful completion of the certificate requires a a minimum grade
of 2.70 in each numeric graded geriatrics course (including geriatric
clerkship) and a CR grade in each CR/NC geriatrics course.
How well do the geriatrics
courses correlate with the core classes?
The courses you will complete for your studies in geriatrics qualify as
professional electives for your PharmD degree. The courses are sequenced
similarly to the general PharmD program so that they augment your learning
in other core courses.
Should I anticipate
any scheduling conflicts?
There should not be any conflict with your core courses, however, you
may need to request a certain lab section of a core course in the case
of multiple sections. In this case, please contact Cher
Espina-Nguyen at least two weeks prior to registration to request
a specific section. Sometimes, there are conflicts with other elective
courses so it is good to plan your course schedule over the next few years
to anticipate and prevent conflicts..
How
do I put together a Pharmacy 595 or independent study in geriatrics?
There are many potential ideas for Pharmacy 595 projects. You should work
directly with a School of Pharmacy faculty member to develop and implement
your project, registering for the Pharmacy 595 under this faculty advisor's
registration code. Examples of Pharmacy 595 projects include performing
a needs assessment and developing geriatric services offered by a community
pharmacy, implementing a new geriatric care guideline at an institution,
or conducting research in gerontology or geriatrics.
How
is the Pharmacy 579 (Geriatrics APPE) scheduled?
Students will sign up for the Pharmacy 579 through the regular clerkship
scheduling database program during the third professional year. When requesting
a Pharmacy 579 site, students will be asked if they are pursuing either
"elective enhancement" or the "certificate" in order
to prioritize scheduling. Priority for scheduling will be given to those
pursuing the certificate who have completed UCONJ 440 and Pharmacy 549,
followed by those pursuing elective enhancement.
How will I be
recognized for receiving this training?
Prior to your graduation from the School of Pharmacy, you will submit
a nomination for your recognition at the level (ie. "Geriatric Elective
Enhancement" or "Certificate in Geriatrics") commensurate
with your studies. If you have completed the course requirements, as verified
by the Office of Academic and Student Programs, you will be recognized
with this accomplishment at graduation. For those completing the certificate
option, this recognition will also appear on your university transcript.
How can I network with the geriatrics
faculty and other students pursuing education and training in geriatrics?
The UW student chapter of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists
(ASCP) will be the key place to network with other faculty and students
interested in geriatrics. Please consider joining and participating in
the various activities throughout the year, which include health fairs
for older adults, networking, and professional development seminars."
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