Pharmacy education in Indonesia is governed by a comprehensive regulatory framework designed to ensure that pharmacists are well-trained and capable of providing high-quality healthcare services. This framework is established and overseen by various governmental and professional bodies, including the Ministry of Health (Kementerian Kesehatan) and the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi), as well as the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (Persatuan Ahli Farmasi Indonesia, PAFI). This article delves into the regulatory framework for pharmacy education in Indonesia, exploring its components, challenges, and future directions. Visit pafikotserang.org.
Overview of Regulatory Bodies
Ministry of Health (Kementerian Kesehatan)
The Ministry of Health plays a pivotal role in regulating pharmacy education to ensure that graduates are competent and ready to enter the healthcare workforce. Its responsibilities include setting standards for pharmacy education, accrediting pharmacy schools, and overseeing the licensing process for graduates.