Barriers to role expansion for pharmacists working in institutional settings are discussed, such as competency, interdisciplinary responsibilities, and financial reimbursement. Underlying principles that may be applied to overcome the traditional barriers to pharmacist intervention in drug use problems are examined. (SF)

During the 1972-73 academic year, the National Institute of Medicine (IOM) undertook a study of the cost of education of those health professionals supported through federal capitation grants. The methodology of the study is described and the patterns of costs of pharmacy education are compared with those in another profession. (LBH)

The AACP Council of Faculties, to insure its position as a contributor in pharmaceutical education, should support a comprehensive study of the following: teaching/teacher evaluation; curriculum evaluation; evaluation of admissions and student achievements; and policies of teacher promotion, tenure grant, and salary. (LBH)

University of Georgia pharmacy students were studied to determine whether (1) SAT factor scores related to a measure of pharmacy student performance as well as PCAT factor scores, and (2) a combination of PCAT factors, SAT factors, and other available applicant information improved the validity of the singular use of SAT or PCAT. (LBH)

A study to determine if there are any relationships between the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory personality preferences and academic performance in schools of pharmacy is discussed. Differences in academic performance that could be related to gender are reported. (Author/MLW)

Data and statistics, gathered by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, on the degrees conferred by U.S. pharmacy schools are presented. Data on entry level degrees, post-baccalaureate PharmD, graduate degrees, gender, and ethnic minorities are analyzed. (Author/MLW)

An instructional design approach was used to develop four computer modules and test the effectiveness of computer-assisted instruction versus traditional lecture presentation in a pharmacy nonprescription drug course. The results indicate that computer-assisted instruction is effective. A computer evaluation form is appended. (Author/MLW)

The president of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy outlines the association's position on national policy concerning health care reform, then looks at some related controversial issues, including changes in the dispensing of prescriptions, pharmacist-managed medication review, adequacy of pharmacy training, and the role of research.…

Key shortcomings in current mainstream strategies of pharmaceutical education include (1) poor integration of basic sciences and clinical curriculum components; (2) curricular information overload and resulting problems; and (3) emphasis on research over teaching and service. Students need to learn teamwork, accountability, positive practice…

A survey of 50 doctoral programs in pharmacy investigated contractual arrangements between pharmacy colleges and clerkship sites, program characteristics, fee structures, rotations available, required/elective status, types of nonmonetary support provided to clerkship sites, and recruitment strategies. Results are presented in tabular and narrated…

A study compared the pharmacology training of nurse practitioner programs with medical and dental programs. Seventy-three schools in 14 states (40 nurse practitioner programs, 19 schools of medicine, and 14 schools of dentistry) were surveyed by mailed questionnaire about the number of hours devoted to the study of pharmacology. The major findings…

General information on pharmacy education according to specific admission requirements, selection factors, and educational cost are provided for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Each school reported on the following areas: general information about its pharmacy program, curriculum, requirements for admission, selection factors, advanced…

Pharmacists' contribution to the health care of the future in the future in the U.S. may have to be in the context of increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of health-care delivery. It is from the area of drug therapy, now poorly administered, that the pharmacist will have to justify his role in a cost-effective manner. (Author/LBH)

Current challenges to the nursing profession are examined, including changing health needs, health care providers and the cost and quality of their services, the recruitment, retention, and regulation of nurses, and competition. Implications for nursing and parallels with pharmacy are discussed. (MSE)

The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy's system for evaluation of its externship program is discussed. A list of behavioral objectives was constructed, and a pre- and post-evaluation concept was developed as a control at each site. Externs were grouped by academic factors, work experience, and career plans. (Author/MLW)