ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE: To explore some effective training methods on the basic technical skills for community pharmacists. METHODS: The training content and method of technical skills for community pharmacists were arranged based on the basic condition of community pharmacists. The outcome of the training and examination of technical skills were obtained through skill examination of questionnaire survey. RESULTS: The majority of community pharmacists had a good mastering of the basic skills such as the standardized drug dispensing,drug consultation,collecting and reporting of adverse drug reactions. 95% of the pharmacists considered that this kind training was helpful for their practical work. CONCLUSION: The key to improve community pharmaceutical professional staff’s knowledge and service level is to establish regular training and examination on basic technical skills.