Description and perspective of an academic learning experience for a pharmacy practice resident

Abstract

IntroductionAn elective academic learning experience was designed for a pharmacy practice resident who was also enrolled in a teaching certificate program. The resident’s responsibilities focused on the three domains of a full-time faculty position. DescriptionAs part of a Veterans Affairs Medical Center PGY-1 residency program, a six-week learning experience in academia was incorporated based on the interests and goals of a pharmacy practice resident. The learning experience, first offered in Spring 2010, was modified for a 2011–2012 resident to expand and refine the skills of academia. There were a variety of experiences, including didactic teaching, small group facilitation, service requirements through committees, and scholarship activities for publication. ConclusionThis learning experience benefited a pharmacy practice resident through additional skills and knowledge of the three domains of teaching, service, and scholarship while preparing for an academic position.