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Billy Smith is a Lecturer/Tutor in work-based learning and the Online Learning Development Lead at the School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of East Anglia. He also serves as the Course Director for the Diploma of Higher Education in Advanced Pharmacy Technician Practice, playing a key role in shaping pharmacy technician education.
Education:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice (Distinction), Keele University (Awarded: 24 Jun 2020)
- Master of Pharmacy (MPharm, 2:1), University of East Anglia (Awarded: 15 Jul 2010)
His research and professional focus lies in pharmacy education, particularly in enhancing mathematical and calculation competencies within pre-registration pharmacy technician training. His work emphasizes curriculum reform, educational policy, and the alignment of training with modern clinical demands. He integrates work-based learning with online educational development to support student pharmacists in real-world settings.
His recent publications highlight a growing concern about the adequacy of calculation training in pharmacy technician education, advocating for evidence-based curriculum updates. The articles span journals such as Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning and International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, reflecting a consistent focus on educational quality, patient safety, and workforce preparedness.
Billy Smith has not received any publicly listed scientific awards or honors in the provided text.
He has contributed significantly to curriculum design and online learning development but has no named advisees or students listed. His work is supported through institutional roles rather than external grants, and he leads initiatives in digital education transformation within pharmacy programs.
While not explicitly associated with a formal research lab or team, his collaborative work with H. Kinsey suggests active participation in educational research within the pharmacy education community at UEA and beyond.
