School of Pharmacy
Our certificate program is a Graduate Certificate with a focused program of study that prepares student pharmacists for collaborative, interprofessional practice environments. Practice environments serve the healthcare needs of those living in rural and small communities, and those often overlooked by the healthcare system. This concentration within the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree is ideal for individuals who want to live and practice in rural areas, smaller towns, and have a heart for service.
The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy offers this certificate program on both the Asheville and Chapel Hill campuses as part of the School’s commitment to developing and supporting pharmacists practicing in rural communities, and addressing the social determinants of health associated with medication access and care. Students may apply to become a Rural Pharmacy Health Scholar during the fall semester of their first year of the PharmD program.
The courses offered in the Certificate include focused study on:
While providing community service and outreach, scholars build relationships with local government, non-profits, safety-net organizations, and public health providers.
Making an impact on the health of a community does not just happen within the walls of a medical practice or pharmacy. Impact happens when committed people come together and make a difference in the life of a community overall.
Rural pharmacists are vital, well respected members of not only the healthcare team, but also the town, school, and business communities they serve. Scholars who successfully complete the Rural Pharmacy Health Certificate emerge as leaders in their local communities. Our Rural Scholars graduate positioned to truly make a difference in the lives of their patients.
To learn more about this focused path of study, please contact:
Karen Hughes
Associate Director of Student Affairs
kfhughes@unc.edu
