Development of pharmacy competency framework for the changing demands of Thailand's pharmaceutical and health services.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In Thailand, pharmacists are responsible for all activities to ensure access to medicines throughout pharmaceutical supply chain. Competency framework (CF) is an important guidance for professional development and workforce planning.

Objective

This study aimed to explore needs for pharmacy services in pharmaceutical supply chain and competencies of pharmacists to serve those needs. It was the first step for developing evidence-based pharmacy CF within the context of Thailand in 2026.

Methods

A qualitative method using in-depth interviews to gain rich data from practitioners and leaders in all area of practices. 99 key informants from 56 workplaces in Thailand were interviewed during January and March 2016. Data was transcribed verbatim, and thematic analysi

SUBMITTER: Suwannaprom P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7732214 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature