Upon completion of the program, students will be able to...
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in areas of science relevant to the pharmacy technician’s role, including anatomy/ physiology and pharmacology
- Compare and contrast the roles of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in ensuring pharmacy department compliance with professional standards and relevant legal, regulatory, formulary, contractual, and safety requirements
- Describe the steps, skills, and knowledge needed to prepare medications requiring compounding of sterile products, chemotherapy/hazardous products, and nonsterile products
- Explain patient- and medication-safety practices in all aspects of the pharmacy technician’s roles
- Demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance practices for pharmaceuticals, durable and nondurable medical equipment, devices, and supplies
- Describe the use of current technology in the healthcare environment to ensure the safety and accuracy of medication dispensing
- Apply standard procedures used when compounding nonsterile products
- Demonstrate knowledge of accepted procedures in purchasing pharmaceuticals, devices, and supplies
- Apply the steps in the medication order entry and fill process and interpret medication orders
- Describe the steps needed to initiate, verify, and assist in the adjudication of billing for pharmacy services and goods, and collecting payment for these services
- Explain the skills and strategies needed for professional and appropriate personal behavior and interpersonal communication