Addressing Challenges of Precepting Student Pharmacists in Remote, Research-focused Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences During COVID-19

Abstract

Many researchers have responded to the call for remote, non-direct patient care advanced pharmacy practice experiences (APPE) as a result of restrictions imposed by COVID-19. The influx of materials on online pedagogy may be difficult for new preceptors to digest while familiarizing themselves with the APPE program. To complement guidance on remote learning for new preceptors, we describe our experience implementing a remote, research-focused APPE rotation during COVID-19. Common challenges as well as potential solutions are proposed that may help new preceptors anticipate and overcome barriers to achieve the educational outcomes of research-focused APPE rotations.