Our experiential education paths emphasize a comprehensive approach to patient care, blending treatment for acute and chronic conditions with wellness-promotion. You will engage in hands-on learning both in outpatient settings like community and ambulatory care, and inpatient environments such as hospitals and health systems. You’ll be prepared to provide continuous and compassionate care across various arenas of healthcare.
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Curriculum
Experiential learning is an integral part of your educational journey, particularly emphasized during your fourth professional year. This entire year is dedicated to hands-on, supervised practice across diverse pharmacy settings, tailored to align with your individual goals and interests. Throughout Oregon and beyond, you will apply your accumulated knowledge in real-world environments, ensuring you are well-prepared to excel in any pharmacy context.
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE)
This program spans the first three years of your professional education, providing hands-on experiences in community, ambulatory care, and acute care settings. From your first year, you'll dive into practical training and community engagement, building essential skills in patient care, professional development, and teamwork. Each year builds on the last, advancing your capabilities and preparing you for comprehensive roles in pharmacy practice, all documented meticulously in your experiential portfolio.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE)
The Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) in the P4 year at OSU College of Pharmacy is the culmination of your pharmacy education, combining extensive prior learning with intense practical experiences. You'll engage in four required rotations—community, ambulatory care, hospital, and general medicine—plus four elective rotations tailored to your interests, ranging from oncology to emergency room settings. This robust experience prepares you to deliver evidence-based, patient-focused care across diverse healthcare environments, potentially even abroad, enriching your professional versatility and readiness for the future.