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Provider Information

Name:

Gifted Hands Academy

Provider Location Address:

3536 169TH Street
Hammond, IN 46323

Provider Location Status:

Staff Approved

URL:

www.giftedhandsacademy.net

Summary

Description Description

Qualifications of Instructors:

Program Faculty has Master's in Health Administration.

Program Description:

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.

Industry Collaboration:

Yes

Classification of Instructional Programs:

51.0805 Pharmacy Technician/Assistant A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of pharmacists, to prepare medications, provide medications and related assistance to patients, and manage pharmacy clinical and business operations. Includes instruction in medical and pharmaceutical terminology, principles of pharmacology and pharmaceutics, drug identification, pharmacy laboratory procedures, prescription interpretation, patient communication and education, safety procedures, record-keeping, measurement and testing techniques, pharmacy business operations, prescription preparation, logistics and dispensing operations, and applicable standards and regulations.

Program Prerequisite:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Prerequisites Description:

Prerequisites for Program:

Proof of Individual being 18 years or older.
Highschool Diploma or GED
The Payment of registration fee and payment plan and deposit.
Must have an up-to-date Tetanus Shot
All applicants must be able to speak, read and understand English
Must have a valid Driver’s license or a State I.D.
Signed admissions statement and enrollment agreement

Application Deadlines:

We ask that all applicants be applied for upcoming courses 30 days prior to the start date of the course.

Refund Policy:

IC 22-4.1-21-15 and IC 22-4.1-21-18 requires each educational institution accredited by the Office for Career and Technical Schools to submit an institutional surety bond and contribute to the Career College Student Assurance Fund which will be used to pay off debt incurred due to the closing of a school, discontinuance of a program, or loss of accreditation by an institution. To file a claim, each student must submit a completed “Student Complaint Form.” This form can be found on OCTS’s website at http://www.in.gov/dwd/2731.htm.

Admissions Admissions

% Offered Online: 0
Program Activities:
- % Instructor-Led: 60
- % Lab/Field Work: 20
- % Self-Study: 20
Times Offered: Day
Length of Training: 12 week(s)
Number of Credits: 176 instructional hour(s)
Weekly Clock Hours: 12.00 Hours
Percent Admitted: 100%

Offered to General Public:

Yes

Career Counseling:

Job Placement Offered:

Placement Assistance Available:

Yes

Part-time Enrollment:

Financial Information Financial Information

Tuition:

$4,400.00

Admission Fees:

$100.00

Books:

$250.00

Supplies:

$300.00

Tools:

$150.00

Labs:

$150.00

Miscellaneous:

$150.00

Average Cost Per Credit Hour/Class:

$31.25

Total Cost of Program:

5,500.00

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT):
- $129.00
- Included in the tuition:
- Yes

Financial Aid Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

None

Provider Offers Financial Aid:
No

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Is instruction provided by a provider other than the apprenticeship sponsor?
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