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. 2014 Apr 17;78(3):53.
doi: 10.5688/ajpe78353.

Factors associated with students' perception of preceptor excellence

Shardae Young  1 , Susan S Vos  2 , Matthew Cantrell  3 , Robert Shaw  3
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Factors associated with students' perception of preceptor excellence

Shardae Young et al. Am J Pharm Educ. .

Abstract

Objectives: To identify factors associated with preceptor excellence as rated by student pharmacists and to assess the correlation of excellent ratings with years as pharmacist, specialty certification, and faculty appointment status.

Methods: A retrospective analysis of student pharmacist evaluations of preceptors from May 2009 to May 2012 was completed to determine factors associated with preceptor excellence.

Results: Preceptors who showed an interest in teaching, related to the student as an individual, encouraged discussion, were accessible, provided feedback, served as a role model, were organized, and/or spent increased time with students were more likely to be rated excellent.

Conclusion: Serving as role models and showing an interest in teaching demonstrated the strongest association with being an excellent preceptor. Identifying factors students associate with preceptor excellence may result in enhanced preceptor recruitment, development, and training.

Keywords: evaluation; experiential education; preceptor; quality assurance.

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Student Ratings of Preceptors, by Appointment Status, Board Certification, and Terminal Degree of Preceptor.
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