Overview of oncology residencies and their contributions to competency-based training for pharmacists
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Competency-Based Education, Pharmacy, OncologyAbstract
Cancer is a major health problem linked to human development indices, demanding qualified professionals. In Brazil, oncology pharmacy practice is regulated, with residency as the gold standard for specialization. However, the absence of national curricular guidelines grants institutional autonomy, causing training inequalities. This cross-sectional, descriptive, and documentary study analyzed the availability of oncology residency positions for pharmacists, their territorial distribution, and the competencies in Political-Pedagogical Projects, using data collected in 2025. Thirty-nine programs were identified, totaling 77 annual positions, with heterogeneous distribution across the country. Qualitative documentary analysis identified 47 common competencies, grouped into five areas, predominantly focusing on patient care. The results indicate a baseline set of competencies but highlight gaps in pedagogical standardization and access to curricular information. This reinforces the urgent need for national benchmarks to align professional training in the field.
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