CARRYING OUT RESEARCH IN THE PHARMACY
Preamble
Researching in pharmacy place of practice can enhance the quality of care and contribute to the broader body of pharmaceutical knowledge. Please, find below a curriculum outline for a practicing pharmacist on carrying out research in their place of practice. This curriculum is designed to be highly practical, focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities that pharmacists face when conducting research in their day-to-day practice.
MODULE 1: FOUNDATIONS OF CLINICAL PHARMACY RESEARCH
Session 1: Introduction to Research for Practicing Pharmacists
Session 2: Formulating a Research Question
Session 3: Ethical Considerations and Regulatory Requirements
MODULE 2: RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY
Session 1: Introduction to Research Designs
Session 2: Data Collection Methods
Session 3: Sampling and Study Population
MODULE 3: DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION
Session 1: Introduction to Data Analysis
Session 2: Basic Statistical Tests
Session 3: Interpreting and Presenting Results
MODULE 4: DISSEMINATING YOUR RESEARCH
Session 1: Writing a Research Paper
Session 2: Presenting Your Findings
Session 3: The Peer Review Process and Responding to Reviewers
MODULE 5: PRACTICAL APPLICATION AND MENTORSHIP
Session 1: Workshop: Developing a Research Protocol
Session 2: Navigating the Challenges of Research in Practice
Session 3: Mentorship and Continued Learning
Curriculum
- 2 Sections
- 2 Lessons
- 5 Weeks
- Section 11
- Section II1


