Maintaining Core Values in Postgraduate Programs During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Adam M. Persky, Kathryn A. Fuller, Michael B. Jarstfer, Kamakshi V. Rao, Jo E. Rodgers, Megan G. Smith
Abstract
The novel coronavirus identified in 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted pharmacy graduate and postgraduate education. This crisis has resulted in a cosmic shift in the administration of these programs to ensure core values are sustained. Adjustments may be needed at a minimum to ensure that postgraduate trainees complete program requirements while maintaining safety. Moving forward, additional issues may arise that will need to be addressed such as admissions and program onboarding, acclimating students to new training environments, and managing inadequate resources for distance education, distance practice, and remote versus in-person research opportunities.