The study on the effectiveness of training courses at the stage of adaptation of young professionals to working conditions in pharmacies
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https://doi.org/10.24959/nphj.25.188Keywords:
pharmacist; human resource development; professional adaptation; training program; corporate educational center; training; sociological survey.Abstract
Aim. To analyze current approaches to organizing training courses at the stage of adaptation of young professionals to working conditions in pharmacies and assess their effectiveness.
Materials and methods. The study was based on the analysis, generalization, and systematization, as well as sociological (survey), statistical, descriptive, and graphical methods. The study object was the system of organizing training for young pharmacy specialists at the stage of professional adaptation. An online survey of 2,260 pharmacy employees who underwent specialized training at the educational center of the company “Pharmacy 9-1-1” during 2023–2025 was conducted.
Results. The main conditions and directions of the pharmaceutical personnel adaptation in the workplace have been studied. A comprehensive assessment of the content and effectiveness of the training course on the adaptation of new pharmacy employees, which is conducted at the corporate training center of the company “Pharmacy 9-1-1” according to a specially developed program and is aimed at developing the competencies of pharmacists in accordance with the current requirements of professional standards and the labor market, has been conducted. Based on the results of the survey, a comprehensive assessment of the satisfaction of the information needs of the trainees and the achievement of specific goals, the content of the training course and the pedagogical skills of the trainer/teacher has been made; and problematic issues in the organization of training and areas for improving the adaptation program have been identified. It has been found that the vast majority of specialists (96.2 %) achieved the desired learning outcomes. The optimal organization of training (professional, substantive, modern) has been also emphasized, in particular in terms of remote access, using modern information and communication technologies. The analysis shows that applicants highly appreciate not only the process of acquiring important knowledge, skills, and abilities, but also the provision of appropriate psychological support, which instills love for the profession, respect for colleagues and company ideals, confidence in oneself and one’s choice, which ultimately motivates them to achieve high results, self-development, and dedication to the profession.
Conclusions. The relevance of the implementation of projects on the adaptation, training, and development of the personnel is due to dynamic changes in legislation and the development of innovative technologies, which requires constant updating of knowledge and the formation of new digital competencies. Training courses and workshops for new pharmacy employees not only contribute to the professional development of the staff, but also increase the company’s competitiveness, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, promote digital transformation, and form a qualified and loyal team capable of providing a high level of pharmaceutical care.
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