Item – Theses Canada

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OCLC number
1032926664
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Author
Diamantouros, Artemis.
Title
Preparing Pharmacists for Practice Change - The RETAE Framework.
Degree
(Ph. D.)--University of Toronto, 2014.
Publisher
Toronto : University of Toronto, 2014.
Description
1 online resource
Notes
Includes bibliographical references.
Abstract
The profession of pharmacy in Canada is in a state of rapid evolution. Various jurisdictions, including Ontario, are preparing for an expanded scope of practice for pharmacists that will involve a paradigm shift from supplying drug products to providing clinical services. The objective of this thesis is to explore and evaluate models of Continuing Education (CE), Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Knowledge Translation (KT) for their impact on pharmacists' knowledge, confidence and skills in their expanded roles in patient care. The thesis uses as learning examples, two studies of pharmacy education that have utilized some of the principles of CPD and KT that are described in the literature. The lessons learned from the literature reviews and the two studies described in this thesis have been used to inform the RETAE (Reflection, Education, Transformation, Application and Evaluation) model which is proposed as a framework for preparing pharmacists for an expanded scope of practice. "Reflection" identifies evidence-care gaps in practice and learning needs. "Education" is foundational in building knowledge, skills and confidence to promote change. "Transformation" is necessary both personally and professionally. It challenges pharmacists to self-reflect, develop new perspectives and explore new roles. "Application" represents implementation of change in the context of the social and political environment of the healthcare system. Finally, "Evaluation" encourages assessment of the impact of educational strategies on pharmacist satisfaction, application to practice and healthcare outcomes. The RETAE model can be used in the design and evaluation of continuing professional development programs for practicing pharmacists. This model has application not only in pharmacy but also in other professions preparing for micro, meso and macro-level change, that is, change at the level of the practitioner, the practice environment and the profession.
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Subject
continuing education.
continuing professional development.
knowledge translation.
pharmacists.
practice change.
scope of practice.