PharmD Program Preceptor Information

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy has established the following criteria for pharmacist preceptors within the experiential program:

• Have a minimum of one year experience post-licensure 
• Be in good standing with the board of pharmacy or licensing body of the state of current licensure

Non-pharmacist preceptors are approved on a limited basis for experiences including but not limited to research or academia. Pharmacy Residents are also eligible to serve as preceptors in the experiential program as part of the layered learning model under the direction of a Primary Site Preceptor, who meets the requirements outlined above.

The Office of External Studies reviews applications for new preceptors year-round. Let us know you're interested by completing the application using code PHARM2023.

Click here for the preceptor application. 

For questions or trouble with the application site, please contact our office. 

• Personal and professional satisfaction of contributing to the pharmacy profession by sharing your professional experience, knowledge, and mentorship to the next generation of pharmacists.
• Library & Drug Information Resources
• Professional Development Opportunities
  • The Annual Voluntary Faculty Conference 
  • Preceptor Development Webinar Series
  • Access to UK Pharmacy Grand Round presentations
• As a preceptor, the University recognizes you as a Voluntary Faculty. Benefits for Voluntary Faculty members can be viewed here.

Resources for current preceptors are housed in the college's experiential learning management system, CORE ELMS. If you are a current preceptor and cannot access CORE ELMS, please contact the Office of External Studies to request a password reset. 

The UK College of Pharmacy created the Hall of Distinguished Preceptors to recognize excellence in precepting in experiential education.  Individuals are initially nominated by student pharmacists and have a record of excellence by demonstrating a commitment to precepting through preceptor development, providing multiple learning opportunities, and receiving high marks on site and preceptor evaluations.  Categories of recognition include Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience, Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience, Commonwealth Experience Rotation, New Preceptor, Louisville Clinical Education Center, and Lifetime Achievement.