The hospital pharmacy practice IPPE is a two-week experience designed to introduce student pharmacists to various activities in the health-system pharmacy environment. During this experience, students will be involved in general pharmacy operations, clinical activities, and special projects related to assigned service areas. The main goal for the student is to contribute authentically to patient care and workflow while achieving the learning goals and objectives outlined in the "Syllabus" section below.

This IPPE experience is conducted within an inpatient hospital setting for 8 hours a day, approximately 40 hours per week for a total of 80 hours over 2 weeks. The schedule can include weekdays and weekend days as well as days, evenings, and if appropriate, night shifts.