What does APPE mean in PHARMACY

An APPE is an experiential rotation that students must complete during their final year of pharmacy school. The experience allows students to gain hands-on knowledge and experience in a pharmacy practice setting such as a hospital, long-term care facility, retail chain, or community practice.

During the APPE, students will be able to apply their knowledge and skills obtained during their coursework to actual patient care settings. Activities include medication history interviews, providing medication counseling, drug literature evaluation and review, case presentations, participating in interdisciplinary rounds, and more.

Completing an APPE offers many professional benefits. It's a great way for students to develop clinical skills in an evidence-based environment and obtain additional training before entering practice. It also provides networking opportunities with preceptors who may serve as mentors after graduation.

Most schools require completion of two to four six-week rotations for a total of twelve weeks for the entire experience. In some cases, students can opt for longer or shorter rotations depending on their own preferences and school requirements.

Yes! You should create a portfolio that includes your resume/CV and official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you attended prior to your APPE. Research any relevant specialized areas you plan to explore and familiarize yourself with all requirements associated with the individual site you have chosen for your rotation.

Many schools give students some flexibility when it comes to choosing where they would like to do their APPE experience. However, it's important to check with your school first as there may be outside requirements that need to be met in order for your experience to count towards graduation—such as certain state laws or accreditation standards that must be met by certain practices or organizations where you do your rotation.