PHAR 621 Patient-Centered Care

The course focuses on patient-centered practices associated with safe and effective medication use and positive patient outcomes. The role of health literacy, cultural influences on communication of health  information is explored. Students will be trained in motivational interviewing skills focused on achieving positive health outcomes. Skills for pharmacist involvement in educating patients and addressing health care disparities will also be emphasized.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Successful completion of courses in prior semester

Corequisite

None

Notes

2 semester credits:  38 lecture hours / 38 total hours per term