The Current Situation of Facilities and Human Resources for College Level Pharmacy Training at Dak Lak Medical College in 2024
Abstract
Introduction: In addition to a scientific and modern curriculum, the quality of college-level pharmacy education depends mainly on teaching staff and training facilities. Assessing these two core factors provides a foundation for improving the quality of human resource training in pharmacy. This study aims to evaluate the current status of lecturers and facilities serving the pharmacy technician training program at Dak Lak Medical College in 2024, to identify strengths and areas for improvement that enhance training quality.
Materials and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at Dak Lak Medical College in 2024. Secondary data were retrospectively collected from records on human resources and training facilities. The study covered all lecturers and facilities involved in the pharmacy technician program. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and compared with national standards issued by the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs.
Result: A total of 68 lecturers participated in teaching, including 7 specialized in pharmacy (10.3%). Among them, 87.0% held university degrees or higher, with 34.1% having postgraduate qualifications. The student-to-lecturer ratio was 17:1. Most lecturers possessed certificates in foreign languages (75.0%) and informatics (77.9%). The college had a total area of 12,919.46 m², with 62.85% allocated to classrooms and practice areas. The Faculty of Pharmacy included 7 specialized laboratories covering 413 m², equipped mainly with basic instruments. However, advanced devices such as HPLC and UV-Vis spectrophotometers were lacking. The library contained 4,889 titles, 81.8% being pharmacy references, and all resources were digitized.
How to Cite This Article
Ben Thi Thuy Trang, Ta Thi Nhat Suong, Nguyen Minh Tuan (2025). The Current Situation of Facilities and Human Resources for College Level Pharmacy Training at Dak Lak Medical College in 2024 . International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation (IJMRGE), 6(5), 947-952. DOI: https://doi.org/10.54660/.IJMRGE.2025.6.5.947-952