Teaching Certificate Program

UF College of Pharmacy

Elevate your ability to educate the next generation of pharmacists through the UF College of Pharmacy’s Teaching Certificate Program, a 12-month experience that blends formal training, real-world teaching opportunities, and expert mentorship.

Melissa Thivierge at UF Health -- Main St. Clinic

Start Date

July 20, 2026

End Date

June 30, 2027

Cost

$150

Goal

To empower participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively design, deliver, and evaluate educational experiences, fostering a positive and impactful learning environment for students.

Target Audience

This course is designed for pharmacy residents, fellows, and graduate students who are interested in learning more about teaching.

Overview

Participants will receive formal training in delivering pharmacy education in the classroom and in the clinical practice environment. This 12-month program will occur longitudinally throughout the year and provide opportunities for course facilitation in the classroom, precepting pharmacy students in their pharmacy practice experiences, and providing a formal lecture. Participants will learn about evidence-based teaching methods in higher education, craft a teaching philosophy, and engage in virtual sessions to discuss and solidify the concepts of the program.

Course Objectives

Develop and Implement Effective Teaching Strategies
Evaluate and Provide Constructive Feedback
Craft a Personal Teaching Philosophy
Enhance Presentation and Facilitation Skills
Integrate Technology in Education

Modules

Evaluating Performance and Feedback

Skills Based Teaching

Developing and Delivering Professional Presentations

CV Development & Transitioning

Technology and Teaching

Collaborative Learning Methods

Teaching Philosophy/Portfolio

Clinical Precepting

Careers in Academia

Course Requirements

Complete both the FERPA and HIPAA trainings as assigned by the University of Florida
Complete module lectures and assignments as designated on the course website
Facilitate approximately 24 hours in skills lab courses at the college during the duration of the program
Participate and contribute in quarterly checkpoints that occur synchronously with the program
- Checkpoint 1 (Orientation): August 5, 2026, 6-7 p.m. (Zoom)
- Checkpoint 2: September 2026
- Checkpoint 3: November 2026
- Checkpoint 4: March 2, 2027, 6-7 p.m. (Zoom)
- Checkpoint 5: June 3, 2027, 6-7 p.m. (Zoom)
Optional Experiences
- Additional teaching experiences upon request
- Mentorship program