Course Description
This program will educate students about the fundamental concepts of pharmacy practice in the pediatric population. Students will learn how to manage common pediatric illnesses, counsel patients of all ages, and choose dosage forms that will safely and efficiently deliver the medication.
Students will have approximately three months to complete the 21 recorded lecture hours. Additionally, students will be expected to complete practice questions for each topic and successfully complete a comprehensive exam after reviewing all the required content.
Students who complete 70% of the student certificate program topics by March 2nd at 11:59 PM ET will be eligible to participate in the pediatric clinical skills competition during the annual spring meeting to demonstrate their abilities.
Intended Audience
This program is available for PPA national student members who are currently enrolled in their second, third, or fourth professional year of pharmacy school.
Cost
This program is only available for PPA national student members and will cost $50 to participate in the PPA Student Certificate Program.Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives- Collect information to identify a patient’s medication-related problems and health-related needs.
- Analyze information to determine the effects of medication therapy, identify medication-related problems, and prioritize health-related needs.
- Establish a patient-centered care plan that is evidence-based, cost-effective and culturally responsive.
- Minimize adverse drug events and medication errors in the pediatric population.
- Educate patients, caregivers, and healthcare