Humanism Caring Science

About WesternU Comprehensive health sciences graduate institution Pomona, CA Founded in 1977 by Dr. Philip Pumerantz Over 3,700 students enrolled 9 colleges 21 academic programs

of all our graduates - exactly what is needed in health care today.” Mission The mission of Western University of Health Sciences is to produce, in a humanistic tradition, health care professionals and Biomedical knowledge that will enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities. “Skilled hands and compassionate hearts will continue to be the signature of all our graduates - exactly what is needed in health care today.” - Founding President Philip Pumerantz

Degrees Offered Doctorate Degree Programs Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – California (DO) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – Oregon (DO Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Doctor of Pharmacy-International (PharmD) Doctor of Physical Therapy-Advanced (DPT) Doctor of Physical Therapy-Entry (DPT) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Degrees Offered Master Degree Programs Certificate Programs Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS) Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSPS) Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPA) Certificate Programs Family Nurse Practitioner (Post Masters FNP)

Student Life Southern California Location Community Outreach 90+ Student Clubs and Organizations California Society of Health System Pharmacists club

WesternU Student Housing The Daumier “I am here for you, you can be sure” Opened Summer 2014 Luxury Graduate Residencies Great location WesternU esplanade Four Story Building 202 units

“Patient Centered Cases An Interprofessional Approach” Interprofessional Education “Patient Centered Cases An Interprofessional Approach” 135 small groups of 13 health professional students +1 faculty facilitator Obesity and Asthma Rheumatoid Arthritis Tuberculosis Diabetes Cardiovascular/Hypertension meet with nine fellow students and one faculty facilitator for several case studies. Initial cases concentrate on honing your communication and interpersonal skills, analyzing ethical issues, and developing your understanding of the other professions. Intermediate and advanced level IPE courses focus more on the diagnosis and treatment of standardized patients you’ll see in the simulation lab, or real-life cases This course is required for our entry level first-year students from our nine (9) health professional programs: osteopathic medicine, optometry, dental medicine, podiatric medicine, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant, nursing, pharmacy.  Students from four additional health care disciplines: public health, occupational therapy assistant, medical assistant, and diagnostic imaging participate from Oregon State University (OSU) and Linn Benton Community College (LBCC) Pediatric Adolescent Young Adult Middle Age Adult Older Adult (65) plus First semester cases focus on team building, communication and other vital interprofessional skills. Second semester cases emphasize cultural sensitivity, ethical dilemmas and end of life issues.

College of Pharmacy College of Pharmacy opened 1996 The College of Pharmacy is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) Western University of Health Sciences is fully accredited by Western Association Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Beginning Annual Salary: Our alumni placement (2013) Employment Opportunities Employed 78% Residency 19% Unknown/Unemployed 3% Full-time (one employer) 81% Part-time (one or more employers) 19% Community Chain 61% Hospital Pharmacy 17% Community Independent 10% Armed Services, other Government 5% Long-Term Care 2% Managed Care 1% Other 1 CVS 2 Rite Aid Walgreens Kaiser 3 VA 4 Target 5 WesternU Beginning Annual Salary: $106,000 - $131,000+ Our alumni placement (2013)

Facilities All seats equipped with Wi-Fi and data ports for access to server and to internet All COP students are required to have laptops Breakout rooms for team assignments or study

Curriculum IPE = Interprofessional Education IPPE = Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (4 weeks X3) APPE = Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (6 weeks X6) AE = Advanced Elective (16 weeks)

Block Design of Curriculum Unique in nature, WesternU first to offer amongst colleges of pharmacy nationwide. First year modified block 10 blocks/year (starts in 2nd year to mid 3rd year) Each block 18 days in length, 6 h/day 5th, 10th and 16th block is an integrated block for 15-18 days.

IPPE Clinical Experience Early introduction to clinical work: Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) P-1 (4) weeks in Fall and Spring in a community pharmacy P-2 (4) weeks in the Summer in a hospital pharmacy IPPE: Assigned based on the distance of WesternU campus and where you live.

APPE and AE Clinical Experience Rotations Sites Include: Private hospitals County hospitals Veterans Administration hospitals Military hospitals Long-term-care facilities Rehabilitation hospitals Compounding pharmacies Managed care facilities Psychiatric facilities Children's hospitals Chain drug stores Independently-owned pharmacies. Specialty Pharmacy Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience ~350 sites and ~650 Preceptors Spring of 3rd year and Fall of 4th year (6) 6 week rotations 4th year 16 week Advanced Elective

Licensure California requirements: 1,500 intern hours prior to graduation (900 by self; 600 through the pharmacy curriculum) Internship hours calculated starting P-1 year Licensure examinations NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) & CPJE (California Pharmacist Jurisprudence Exam)

Outstanding Board Scores NAPLEX First Time Pass Rate for WesternU Pharmacy Students: >99% 96% (National Passing Rate) 100% passing rate 3 out of last 5 years Compared to other Pharmacy schools CPJE First Time Pass Rate for WesternU Pharmacy Students: 93.8% 80% (Overall Pass Rate)

At a Glance Degree Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Accreditation WASC, ACPE Size of Entering Class 120 Applications Available July 14th Primary: PharmCAS Secondary: WesternU Application Deadline Nov. 3rd (both primary & secondary) Classes Start August Annual Tuition $46,705* *Approximate 2013-2014 (Subject to change)

Prerequisite Coursework Semesters College English 1 English Composition Speech Communication Human Anatomy Human Physiology Microbiology General Chemistry w/lab 2 Organic Chemistry w/lab Biochemistry Calculus Electives All prerequisites must be completed at a regionally accredited U.S. institution (exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis) Advanced Placement (AP) credit is accepted for all prerequisite courses. AP credit must be reported by subject and credits, and come directly from your institution or testing service Prerequisite courses and AP credit scores must be completed no more than ten years prior to planned date of matriculation. All prerequisites must be completed with a grade of “C” or better All prerequisites must be completed by the end of the spring term prior to matriculation Courses may not be taken on a pass/fail All coursework taken from non-US institutions must be submitted to an approved service for evaluation As of Fall 2014 Labs no longer required for Human Anatomy, Physiology and Microbiology Physics: Added to Elective requirement 10 year time limitation on sciences only

Prerequisite Questions? Pre-Requisite Database Pre-Requisite Verification Form

Admissions Requirements In addition to course requirements: Minimum Overall and Science GPA is 2.75 Average competitive overall GPA is 3.36 Average competitive science GPA is 3.29 3 letters of reference (professors, academic advisors, employers, pharmacists) Personal questionnaire Transcripts

Admissions Process Interviews Status letters sent out by March By invitation, based on file evaluation score Interviews - multiple interviewers (a faculty member and a current student/alumni/preceptor) Emphasis is on communication and interpersonal skills Writing sample Status letters sent out by March accepted, alternate list, not accepted

What are we looking for? Excellent communication skills Compassionate (able to relate to others, good interpersonal skills, empathetic) Dedicated (motivated to pharmacy; show by work or volunteer experience) Dependable (give examples in your personal statement/questionnaire that you ‘got the job done’, and that you are responsible) Display good judgment

What should I do now? Think about and contact people for your references Make sure you know how to request transcripts and how long it takes Learn more about WesternU: take a campus tour, sit in on a class, or attend Preview Day Learn more about the pharmacy profession: AACP.org, shadow a pharmacist, make sure pharmacy is right for you!

finaid@westernu.edu or 1 (800) 346-1610 Financial Aid Tuition $46,705.00 per year (for 2013-2014 academic year) Questions? finaid@westernu.edu or 1 (800) 346-1610

Attend one of our Preview Days Next Preview Day: November 22nd Questions? Attend one of our Preview Days Next Preview Day: November 22nd

Please contact the Office of University Recruitment Questions? Please contact the Office of University Recruitment Vanessa Riggins University Recruiter Liaison to the College of Pharmacy (909) 469-5339 vriggins@westernu.edu