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Using Video to Train Pharmacy Students

The OSCE is now a standard method for assessing learner performance in entry-to-practice exams, and many institutions have seen significant improvements by using video to prepare students. Because a pharmacist’s role extends far beyond filling prescriptions, video recording tools give faculty an unobtrusive way to evaluate clinical training sessions, review interactions thoughtfully, and provide meaningful feedback. In fast-paced sessions—often ten minutes or less—students rarely have time to reflect in the moment, but video capture allows both learners and instructors to revisit each encounter in detail, ultimately strengthening clinical skills and confidence.

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VALT for Pharmacy Simulation Training

The VALT (Video Audio Learning Tool) system enables pharmacy students to take what has been learned in the textbook and put this into practice in a series of interactions with fellow students. With VALT, watching and recording live pharmacy training sessions for clinical assessment is extremely easy. Users with permissions can use the system with a simple internet browser. Users can watch live pharmacy clinics with nearly every common device, including smartphones and tablets.

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HD Video & High Quality Audio

Our software integrates with the latest IP camera technology. Observe in real-time or review recorded high definition video in 1080p resolution. Auto-gaining discrete microphones provide high-quality perfectly synchronized audio.

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Security

VALT software provides the necessary encryption, network architecture, user rights management, and authentication required to make all video content fully secure. Clinical sessions are only available to users who possess the necessary permissions to observe or review them.

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Easy to Use

Instructors can monitor up to nine cameras simultaneously all on any device with a common browser. All video is supported on a central storage where search is made easy with metadata is applied to each video recording, allowing instructors and students to find an individual session.

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VALT for Pharmacy Simulation Training

VALT provides features and capabilities that make learning and training pharmacy sessions more effective. Instructors can move pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras to see what they need and use the “talkback” feature to coach students in real time from a centralized location. 

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Markers for Feedback

Tag specific points within a recording either during live observation or during the review process. These points can have searchable descriptions associated with them. Such “markers” allow users to easily jump right to that point in the video, similar to chapters in a DVD.

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Scheduler

A built-in scheduler allows users to schedule recordings in advance or set up repeating schedules so the system automatically records the training simulations on the desired days and times.

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Card Reader Integration

The VALT software can integrate with student ID cards for the start and stop of recording. This allows for rapid fire recording while still segmenting the video properly so students can not see other students videos.

Effectiveness of Video for Clinical OSCE Training

“The system affords our students additional learning opportunities and the chance to become competent professionals in the area of pharmacy.”

Many pharmacy programs are now using video to accelerate their students’ ability to learn, improve, and assess their skills. The best judges of the effectiveness of the VALT system are students themselves. Dr. Teri Charrois, Clinical Associate Professor and supervisor of the University of Alberta pharmacy lab program, credits the VALT system for a two-point jump in student evaluations over the previous year on a six-point scale.

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Mobile Pharmacy Training Recording

The VALT system supports both fixed installations, such as in a clinical room, and mobile installations using our Beam mobile capture and streaming application.

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This guide shows you the features and capabilities that will optimize your audio-video solution, empowering better training, observation, and research in healthcare and higher education.

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Recording Simulated Medication Consultations

The VALT system from Intelligent Video Solutions is helping pharmacy programs use video to train and educate their students. Pharmaceutical schools and medical schools gear students toward taking the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) exam at the completion of their degrees. Real-world clinical scenarios are part of this exam, and using video for clinical skills assessments has demonstrated a significant jump in pharmacy student evaluations.

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Case Study

Improving the Versatility of Pharmacy Training

The VALT system allowed the University of Alberta Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences to efficiently assess real-world training with clear idea of how they are progressing through the coursework in a 16 scenario rooms, with each session involving 32 students in each of the 16 pods.

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VALT is an inexpensive, yet extremely powerful tool for pharmacy clinical simulation.  Video can foster best practice methods when dealing with dispensing or compounding training scenarios. In addition to powerful hardware, VALT employs cutting-edge clinical simulation management software for pharmacy education.

Our Services

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Project Management
A dedicated Project Manager oversees the implementation process. They take the time to assess and understand everyone's needs, ensuring a smooth and efficient process
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Installation
Our team of certified A/V technicians is equipped to handle all aspects of the installation process, including mounting cameras and microphones, setting up network equipment, and configuring software.
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Support & Training
We provide ongoing support and training to ensure your success.  Our team of technical experts is not only knowledgeable but also friendly and approachable.

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When you partner with IVS, you get a dedicated solutions expert every step of the way. Speak with a A/V specialist to get a evaluation of your space and how to optimize it for video.

FAQs for Video Recording in Pharmacy Training

Our VALT audio/video system enables pharmacy students to practice and refine their skills in simulated clinical scenarios, mirroring the real-world situations they'll encounter on the OSCE exam and in their future careers. By capturing these training sessions on video, students and faculty can review and analyze performance in detail, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating targeted feedback.
We understand the importance of efficiency in pharmacy simulation training. That's why our VALT audio/video system offers features like integration with student ID cards, enabling the rapid start and stop of recording. This allows quick transitions between sessions while ensuring each student's video is segmented correctly and securely. Additionally, our built-in scheduler lets you plan recordings or set up recurring schedules, automating the process and saving valuable time.
Our VALT audio/video system includes an optional "talkback" feature that allows instructors to coach and communicate with students in real-time. Instructors can observe and offer immediate feedback through the talkback system as students engage in simulated medication consultations or other clinical scenarios. This real-time guidance helps students refine their techniques, build confidence, and develop essential communication skills.
Our VALT system is designed to support fixed installations in clinical rooms and mobile setups using our BEAM mobile capture and streaming application. We offer a range of IP cameras for fixed setups, including pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) options, that can be strategically placed to capture multiple angles. With BEAM, you can easily record and stream pharmacy simulations from any location using a mobile device, providing flexibility and convenience for your training program.

At IVS, we prioritize the security and privacy of your sensitive training data. Our VALT software support:

  • Latest encryption
  • Secure network architecture
  • Comprehensive user rights management, and
  • Robust authentication protocols to safeguard your video content.

Access to clinical sessions is restricted to authorized users with the necessary permissions, ensuring that confidential information remains protected. We are committed to providing a secure platform that meets the strict requirements of healthcare education.

The impact of audio/video recording on pharmacy education is well-documented. For example, Dr. Teri Charrois, Clinical Associate Professor and supervisor of the University of Alberta pharmacy lab program, reported a remarkable two-point increase in student evaluations on a six-point scale after implementing the VALT system. Dr. Charrois attributes this success to the enhanced learning opportunities and skill development facilitated by video recording. By incorporating VALT into your pharmacy simulation program, you can expect similar gains in student performance and overall program effectiveness. You can find the case study here.