On October 2nd, 2023, the College of Pharmacy at Gulf Medical University inaugurated the first cohort of the Diploma in Pharmacy Technician program with an orientation session meticulously arranged and executed by the dedicated faculty and teaching staff.
The day commenced with an inspiring address by Professor Sherief Khalifa, the Dean of the College of Pharmacy and Vice Chancellor of Quality and Institutional Effectiveness. Professor Khalifa warmly welcomed the incoming students, offering them words of encouragement and invaluable guidance. He illuminated the distinctive features of the Diploma in Pharmacy Technician program; emphasizing its exceptional learning environment, focus on work-based learning, and opportunities within the healthcare sector.
Following this, faculty members and teaching staff from the College of Pharmacy took the stage to provide in-depth insights into various program aspects and student-centric services. Their presentations covered program details, the curriculum, available on-campus student support systems, library resources, the utilization of online learning platforms, and the cutting-edge campus facilities.
To conclude the day’s events, the students embarked on a tour of the Gulf Medical University campus, offering them a tangible preview of the comprehensive healthcare education environment awaiting them.
This day held profound significance, marking the students’ initiation into their journey towards becoming skilled healthcare professionals. With the UAE and the wider region as their canvas, these students are poised to play a pivotal role in advancing the pharmacy technician profession. The orientation day underscored the College of Pharmacy’s commitment, within Gulf Medical University, to nurture the next generation of pharmacy technician leaders.
Professor Khalifa, Dean of the College of Pharmacy commented: “GMU College of Pharmacy is offering the first Pharmacy Technician program in the Northern Emirates. We are proud to take the lead in preparing Emirati leaders who will establish the Pharmacy Technician profession and advance healthcare for the citizens and residents of UAE.”