Rotation Objectives

Upon the completion of the experiential rotation, the student will:

1. Describe the mission, structure, and programs of NCPA.
   
   
2. Describe the operations of the association, including physical facilities, professional and support staff structure and functions, and related management functions.
   
   
3. Understand the need for and purpose of pharmacy organizations in general, and NCPA in particular.
   
   
4. Participate in appropriate staff and leadership meetings of the association occurring during the rotation, as well as selected inter-organizational and inter-professional meetings in which association staff are involved.
   
   
5. Develop and practice skills in verbal and written communication, information gathering, evaluation, and analysis for use in specific organizational areas.
   
   
6. Describe NCPA's relationship with pharmacy students and the colleges and schools of pharmacy.
   
   
7. Understand the need to conduct liaison activities with other pharmacy and health-related organizations and schools of pharmacy.
   
   
8. Participate in a scheduled meeting of coalition or group in which NCPA is a participant, such as the Joint Commission of Pharmacy Practitioners, when appropriate.
   
   
9. Utilize the various association reports and publications to answer questions posed by members of the profession or the association.
   
   
10. Organize and deliver a seminar directed toward the staff of NCPA, on a topic mutually agreed to by the student and preceptor.