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Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ information is for our program in Indiana
and Overseas.
Is there an application deadline for the Nontraditional
Doctor of Pharmacy Program?
No, it is advised
that you actually take a few courses before applying to the program.
How do I obtain an application form?
In the U.S., Contact Kathy Reynolds
(reynolds@pharmacy.purdue.edu ) - please see last page of this document
for contact information. In the Middle East, contact
Gateway Medical Institute. NOTE: U.S. based participants must be able
to participate in programs offered in various cities in Indiana.
When is it possible to begin the program?
After admission to the NTDPP, although courses
may be taken through Pharmacy Continuing Education anytime depending on
course offerings and is suggested.
How long does it take to complete the Doctor
of Pharmacy degree with the Nontraditional Program?
The didactic course work must be completed within
four years of admission into the program and the Advanced Clerkships must
be completed within three years after starting the first rotation. The
entire program must be completed within seven years, depending on time
of admission into the program.
Do all students have to progress at the same
rate?
No
How much will this cost?
Fees are subject
to change without published notice and usually increase on an annual basis.
The cost for required didactic coursework and required Advanced Clerkship
rotations is $423 per credit hour for Indiana residents who are continuing
students and $431 per credit hour for Indiana residents who are taking
their first class or who sit out for a semester (fall or spring). For
out-of-state students, the per credit hour cost is $880 for continuing
students and $888 for students who are taking their first class or who
sit out for a semester (fall or spring). These prices are good through
July 2007. The entire program requires 56 credit hours (28 credit hours
of didactic coursework and 28 hours of Advanced Clerkship). Additional
costs would include textbooks, course materials, travel to and from small
group discussions, technology fees, and housing and meals if necessary
to relocate for Advanced Clerkships.
Can you provide an estimate of weekly hours
of involvement required?
In the didactic portion, it depends on the course
or courses being taken per semester. However, when in the Advanced Clerkship
portion of the program, involvement is high and may
run as high as 60 hours per week.
Will it be necessary to travel to Purdue University
at West Lafayette for class work or other reasons?
Yes; each spring there is a mandatory
orientation meeting that U.S. participants have to attend before
you can begin your clerkship rotations. It is also possible you would
need to come to the West Lafayette campus for an admission interview,
and possibly other rare instances (e.g., graduation, Physical Assessment
workshop). Some travel will likely be required for case discussion
groups in the didactic portion of the program, not necessarily to West
Lafayette. Travel requirements for the overseas candidates' program will
be answered by Gateway Medical Institute.
Are there any prerequisites?
Generally, graduation from an ACPE accredited B.S.
pharmacy program will provide course work satisfying prerequisites for
the NTDPP curriculum. Course work taken at a foreign university must be
evaluated by the school to determine if prerequisites are satisfied.
Are electives available and how many are permitted?
Yes; there is no limit on the number that may be
taken, however, electives are not needed. Credit hours required for the
didactic and clerkship portions fulfill graduation requirements.
Can all of the course work be completed at
home?
Readings and homework can be completed at
home. However, for some of the courses, there are monthly sessions to
discuss patient cases. These are held at published, predetermined times
at a central location selected for the best convenience possible for all
participants. Most discussions are held in Indianapolis.
How are classes offered?
Courses are offered on DVD and CD-Rom through the
Continuing Education Office and the School of Pharmacy. Most of the courses
will require small-group discussions/conferences with on-site instructors.
What materials would be required for course
work, i.e., computer, texts, other materials?
Textbooks, computer, access to the Internet, an
active email account, course materials, and other informational
materials.
Will any
credit be given to those individuals who have completed specific certificate
programs?
No, however, certificate program completion
may be used in assessing admission readiness for the program. Certificate
program completion may also be used toward fulfilling some requirements
for a specific Clerkship Credit for Life Experience request.
How does a student work around his/her work
schedule, family responsibilities, etc.?
During the didactic portion of the curriculum,
students are able to take only one or two courses per semester. Some hardships
may be encountered, so appropriate time management is necessary on the
part of the student. When in the Advanced Clerkship portion, the student
will likely not be able to work during the rotation month but will be
able to work full-time in the months not on rotation. Family and social
responsibilities are likely to suffer during the Advanced Clerkship rotations.
How is a student's progress measured, i.e.,
exams, case presentations?
A
student's progress through the NTDPP is monitored by the Coordinator for
the NTDPP. Progress in individual courses is measured by the course instructors
and involves written examinations and homework in most didactic courses
and assessed participation plus quizzes in the Integrated Laboratories.
Overall progress through the Advanced Clerkships toward achievement of
Pharm.D. program performance objectives is monitored by the course instructors
for the Advanced Clerkship. Progress within each clerkship rotation is
assessed by the instructor in relation to the rotations stated objectives
and is based on performance in rotation activities, oral presentations,
and an end-of-block oral examination. An additional requirement to be
completed during the Advanced Clerkship rotations is the Pharm.D. student
project.
Are there any additional costs?
Yes, there
is a one-time $55 application fee due when you sign up for your
first NTDPP course, malpractice insurance, immunization, name badges,
graduation cap and gown rental, and a technology fee of $5.00 per credit
hour.
Do you have additional materials outlining
the NTDPP?
Yes, email Kathy
Reynolds (reynolds@pharmacy.purdue.edu)
or please call her at 765-494-1471.
Do I have to live in Indiana to participate
in this program?
The answer is essentially - yes. Our faculty travel
to some of the small group discussions. Participating in the program is
possible if you live in a city near to the borders of Indiana and, of
course, out-of-state tuition would be assessed.
If you are
registering overseas with Gateway, you will need access to sites operated
in their Territory. You should contact Gateway for more information concerning
your ability to participate in the coursework. Overseas participants may
be required to live in Indiana for up to 7 months in order to complete
the Advanced Clerkship rotations that follow the didactic courses.
Will I have to have an "on-campus"
interview as a part of the admission process?
It is possible; this is decided on an individual
basis for all candidates. Overseas candidates may be interviewed by videoconference.
What courses do I have to take to be permitted
to go into the Advanced Clerkship?
To go to curriculum double-click on
Curriculum .
Whom do I contact
for a list of available courses?
U.S. bound
candidates: Contact Kathy Reynolds, Pharmacy Continuing Education, School
of Pharmacy and Pharmacal Sciences, Purdue University, Student Health
Center, Room 337, West Lafayette, IN 47907-1335, (765) 494-1471. Overseas
candidates: Contact Gateway Medical Institute; www.gatewayinst.com
Can I receive CE credit for the didactic courses?
Yes, each academic credit hour is worth 15 CE contact
hours. Purdue is an ACPE-approved provider.
Can I remain employed full-time?
Yes, except when taking Advanced Clerkships. These
rotations are full-time.
Are there required clerkships? Can the program be
tailored to an individual's career development or clinical interest?
Required Advanced
Clerkships include Adult Inpatient Medicine and Ambulatory Medicine. Elective
rotations may be selected based on availability, interest and location.
How will clinical rotations be handled? Will
it be necessary for a student to take a leave from work?
Seven four-week rotations are required. Yes,
it will be necessary for a student to take a leave from work.
How do I obtain an application form?
U.S. bound
candidates: Contact Kathy Reynolds, Pharmacy Continuing Education, School
of Pharmacy and Pharmacal Sciences, Purdue University, Student Health
Center, Room 337, West Lafayette, IN 47907-1335, (765) 494-1471. Overseas
candidates: Contact Gateway Medical Institute;
www.gatewayinst.com
When and how do I register for the Advanced
Clerkships?
You cannot begin your clerkships until all
of your didactic requirements have been met, but you must
register at least one (1) year before you wish to begin clerkships.
If you don't, you will not be able to start your clerkships when you want.
In order to register, you need to contact the Advanced Clerkship Coordinator,
Brian Shepler, RHPH 156K, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences,
Purdue University, West Lafayette IN 47907-1330, (765) 494-1365
Note:
When you start your advanced clerkships,
you no longer pay for your registration through Continuing Education.
You will receive a fee statement from the Bursar's Office, this is
your bill. You must send in your fee statement along with your payment
by the due date on the fee statement, even if your clerkship doesn't
start until later in the semester. If you don't, your registration will
be canceled, you will be assessed late fees, and you will have to re-register
for your clerkship.
Are there
any requirements that must be met before I can start my Advanced Clerkship
rotations?
Yes, in addition
to completing all of the didactic coursework, you must also provide proof
of being current on immunizations for measles, rubella, and hepatitis
B, and have a PPD test for tuberculosis. You must also purchase Malpractice
Insurance through Purdue University, even if you are covered under
another policy.
Can I obtain clerkship credit for what I have
accomplished in my pharmacy career?
Yes, but they cannot replace more than two (2)
of the seven (7) required rotations. There is a process called the Clerkship
Credit for Life Experiences. Copies of this document may be obtained by
contacting Kathy Reynolds - please see contact information below.
Do I need to know how to use a computer?
Yes, a working knowledge of email, Internet access,
and word processing (WordPerfect® or Microsoft® Word) is required.
Having knowledge of a spreadsheet and database program, such as Excel®
or Access®, as well as a presentation program such as PowerPoint®,
is also helpful.
Will I have an advisor from Purdue University
assigned to me?
Indiana Participants - Yes
Middle East participants - Gateway serves as advisor
Do I need
my high school and college transcripts sent to Purdue?
You do not
need to have your high school transcripts sent to Purdue. However,
when you apply for admission into the program, you must have an official
transcript (one copy) from each collegiate institution, excluding Purdue
University campuses, that you have attended, sent to Kathy Reynolds
- please see contact information below.
How can I find
out if my college credits will transfer to Purdue University?
Have the college(s)
send an official transcript to Credit Evaluation, 1080 Schleman
Hall, Room 108, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907-1080. After
your transcript is reviewed by the Credit Evaluation department, they
will send you a letter explaining which credits were transferred.
Who is my contact at West Lafayette?
Kathy Reynolds
Pharmacy Continuing Education
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceuticall Sciences
Purdue University
Room 337, PUSH
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1335
Telephone:
(765) 494-1471
Fax: (765) 494-0802
Email: reynolds@pharmacy.purdue.edu
Who is my UAE contact?
Hamid Abbaspour, R.Ph., MBA
Affiliate Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Purdue University
hamid@gatewayinst.com
Suzanne Ryan, BA
Manager
Gateway Medical
Institute FZ-LLC
Knowledge Village Block 2B,
Suite F 31
P.O. Box 502344
Dubai, UAE
Tel: 971-4-391-0146
Fax: 971-4-391-4889
manager@gatewayinst.com
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Education
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