The Certified Pharmacy Technician Program at Gifted Hands Academy Allied school is a comprehensive post-secondary education certificate program designed to equip individuals with the skills necessary to excel in the field of pharmacy technician. Pharmacy Technician play a crucial role in healthcare by assisting licensed pharmacists in delivering medications and healthcare services to patients. This comprehensive 96 hour course is designed to introduce students to the various settings in pharmacy practice, such as community, hospital, managed care, mail order, and long-term care. The program aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles as pharmacy technicians. This program includes 96 didactic hours 8 of those hours including CPR/FIRST for health care professionals and 80-hour externship prior to sitting for the NHA EXAM. This program aims to prepare students for a career as working as a certified pharmacy technician and working toward a rewarding career in Allied Health.
Course Overview: Pharmacy Technician Training
What You Will Learn
Upon completing this course, you will have gained a comprehensive skill set essential for a successful career as a Pharmacy Technician. Here are the key learning outcomes:
· Basic Pharmacology Knowledge: You will understand the foundational concepts of pharmacology, including drug interactions and mechanisms of action.
· Pharmacy Technician Duties and Ethics: You'll learn about the responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician, focusing on legal and ethical guidelines that govern practice.
· Drug Classifications: You will have a working knowledge of how drugs are classified and the criteria used for classification.
· Routes of Administration and Dosage: You will understand various routes of drug administration, different dosage forms, and how to calculate appropriate drug dosages.
· Human Anatomy and Physiology: You'll gain insights into the structure and function of the human body, which is vital for understanding how medications affect different systems.
· Inventory Control and Purchasing: You will be able to perform essential tasks related to managing pharmacy inventory and procuring supplies.
· Aseptic Techniques and Compounding: You will learn and practice procedures for aseptic technique, compounding, and preparing parenteral dosages.
· Trade and Generic Drug Names: You will develop the ability to differentiate between trade and generic drug names and understand common pharmacy abbreviations.
· Drug Manufacturing and Labeling: You'll gain knowledge about the processes and operations involved in drug manufacturing, packaging, and labeling.
This course is designed to provide you with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed as a Pharmacy Technician. Through a combination of engaging instructional methods, you will be well-prepared to embark on your professional journey.
Course Content
The Role of the Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy technicians perform numerous duties like pharmacists. However, all work performed by technicians must be reviewed and approved by a pharmacist before dispensing medication to patients. This program will help students understand the responsibilities and limitations of a pharmacy technician's role.
Key Instructional Areas
- Mathematical Principles: Review and apply mathematical concepts relevant to pharmacology.
- Pharmacology and Disease States: Understand various disease states and the corresponding pharmacological treatments.
- Basic Physiology: Learn the fundamentals of human physiology as it pertains to medication administration.
- Pharmacy Law and Ethics: Explore the legal and ethical aspects of pharmacy practice.
- Pharmacology Measurement: Focus on accurate measurement techniques in pharmacology.
- Pharmacy Abbreviations and Generic Medications: Familiarize yourself with common abbreviations and generic drug names.
- Prescription Processing: Gain hands-on experience in processing prescriptions.
- Compounding Techniques: Learn the basics of pharmaceutical compounding through practical exercises.