Guidelines for Preceptors

The School of Pharmacy has developed the following set of guidelines to clarify the role of Preceptors and Students:
 

1. All placements which involve professional pharmacy must be supervised by a registered pharmacist:

  • the Preceptor is considered to be a professional role model who will guide and encourage the student to apply the principles of best pharmacy practice
  • a Preceptor should provide appropriate and lawful supervision of the student
  • a preceptor must be regularly available to oversee the student
  • it is acceptable for the student to have more than one Preceptor supervising their placement
  • customers should not be misled that the student is a registered pharmacist

2. During the 4 years of the undergraduate course, students should experience all facets of community pharmacy:

  • in year 1, the student may take a purely observational role and may include learning about and participating in the duties of all pharmacy staff
  • in the later years, they should be given opportunities to practice their pharmaceutical skills and knowledge
  • the preceptor should assist the student in the integration of theory with practice noting the students' current level of theoretical knowledge
  • this should include supervised interaction with pharmacy customers
  • the student may be encouraged to research any questions during their placement 

3. For each placement the preceptor should ensure:

  • the student is orientated to any specific expectations that the Preceptor (eg expected hours, dress requirements) may have in addition to those stipulated in the Placement Guidelines for Pharmacy Students
  • they verify that the student attends their regular placement
  • they complete and return the assessment forms
    (the feedback from Preceptors is important for evaluating the student's professional development and improving the placement programs)
  • confidentiality with regard to the student's personal details is maintained
  • they notify the placements officer or academic supervisor of any issues or problems

4. The student must NOT receive any remuneration for their placement:

  • this would undermine the flexibility of the learning experience
  • remuneration invalidates any University of Queensland insurance cover
  • students do not have professional liability insurance

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