Continuing Education

Welcome to The James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy, your destination for diverse and dynamic training opportunities to fuel continuous professional development. As an ACPE-recognized provider, our comprehensive programs, blending online and live sessions, cater to today's practitioners' varied needs.

Bearcat Bootcamp: Mastering Specialty Pharmacy

This bootcamp provides pharmacy professionals with foundational knowledge about specialty pharmacy, equipping them with the skills and understanding necessary to potentially transition into the specialty pharmacy area. You will learn from experts in the field, gaining insights and expertise that are essential for success in this specialized area of pharmacy. Click here for more inforamtion.

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With a focus on real-world experiences, we nurture best-practice models of pharmacist-provided care in collaboration with industry leaders. Our programs empower pharmacists to educate the public about their vital role in healthcare.

Grounded in practice-based research, our evolving programs stay ahead of industry trends and expanding responsibilities.

Mission

The Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) Program of the James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy at the University of Cincinnati enhances the practice of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians by providing opportunities to learn, acquire, and apply the latest knowledge, skills and attitudes required for contemporary practice in a variety of practice settings. The College’s commitment to the CPE Program is reflected in and consistent with the College’s Mission and Goals Statement.

Goals

The Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) program at The James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy is driven by the following goals:

  • Provide pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with high quality and accessible educational opportunities that meet practice needs.
  • Enhance pharmacists’ and pharmacy technicians’ knowledge and skills.
  • Evaluate and improve educational programs to better meet the needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

Join us in advancing your professional journey and stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of pharmacy through our enriching CPE opportunities.

Contact Information

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Brad Hein

Associate Dean for Professional Education & Assessment
Associate Professor
, Pharmacy Academic Affairs

145G Kowalewski Hall

513-558-4702

Dr. Hein graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Pharmacy in 1996 with his BS degree and in 1998 with his PharmD degree. He then completed a residency specializing in internal medicine with the St. Louis College of Pharmacy. Dr. Hein currently practices as an internal medicine clinical pharmacy specialist at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Hein teaches in a variety of courses and is the content expert for gastrointestinal and renal therapeutics. Dr. Hein's research interests include: inpatient glucose control, palliative care and pain management, treatment of electrolyte disorders, geriatric patient care, infectious disease and the scholarship of teaching, learning and assessment. Dr. Hein has published over 40 papers and abstracts. 
In Dr. Hein's current role as associate dean, his office supports the college, faculty, staff and students in the areas of the curriculum, assessment, accreditation, interprofessional education, co-curricular activities, instructional design, information technology and continuing education.
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Karissa Kim

Director of Continuing Pharmacy Education
Associate Professor
, Pharmacy Practice and Admin Sciences

187 Kowalewski Hall

513-558-4716

Dr. Karissa Kim is Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Educator-Track.  She is Course Director for Therapeutics of Nonprescription Medicines Course Series, SBIRT, Anti-Racism and Equity in Pharmacy Practice, and Antithrombotic Therapy Management.  She teaches in other courses such as Biostatistics and Research Methods, Evidence-Based Practice, Therapeutics II and Therapeutics V.  She became a board certified pharmacotherapy specialist in 2008 and board certified ambulatory care specialist is 2021.  

Dr. Kim also serves as Director of Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) and oversees all aspects of the CPE program.