Language: English
Short Description: The Pharmacy Technician Program prepares learners to work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to support the safe and accurate dispensing of prescription medications. Designed for those seeking a fast entry into the healthcare field, the program combines practical pharmacy operations with patient?focused skills applicable across retail, hospital, and laboratory settings. With demand growing due to an aging population and ongoing pharmaceutical innovation, this program offers a strong foundation and a pathway to advancement within healthcare professions.
Instructor Description: This class supported by an Educational Mentor. Educational mentors have worked or are working in the subject they mentor. Educational Mentors review student work, student progress, and interact with students as needed. They respond to any questions or concerns you might have, as well as encouraging and motivating you to succeed.
Certification: Upon completion of this program, learners receive a PTCB® Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam practice test and an official exam voucher.
Requirements
All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements:
Internet Connection
• Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
Hardware Requirements
• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
Software Requirements
• Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
• Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
• Cookies MUST be enabled
• Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• Adobe PDF Reader
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Lesson 1
Module 1: Healthcare Fundamentals
• The History of Healthcare
• Healthcare Etiquette
• Professional Situations and Applications
Module 2: Communication in Healthcare
• Healthcare Teams
• Team Success
• Champions
Module 3: Medical Documentation and Record Keeping: HIPAA
• Use and Disclosure
• Real Life Scenarios
• HIPAA Laws, Policies, and Requirements
Module 4: OSHA Infection Control Compliance
• Introduction to Infection Control
• Personal Protection
• Protection of the Office Environment
• Instruments, Specialized Equipment & Laboratory Specimens
• Infectious Patients & Healthcare Workers
• Waste Management Plan
• Chemical Disinfection
• Heat Sterilization
• Exposure Control
• General Safety Standards
• Employee Training
• OSHA'S Required Records
Module 5: Pediatrics
• Common Chronic Diseases in the Pediatric Population
• Communicating with the Pediatric Patient
• Age-Related Physical and Developmental Factors for Children
Module 6: Geriatrics
• Physical, Psychological, and Sociological Aspects of Aging
• The Geriatric Practice
Module 7: Pharmacy Practice and Federal Requirements
• Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Responsibilities
• The Pharmacy Technician Role
• The Pharmacy Setting and Operations
Module 8: Medications
• Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration
• Drug Information References
• Drug Classifications
• Over the Counter Medications
• Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Module 9: Patient Safety and Quality Assurance
• Aseptic Technique and Sterile Compounding
• Medication Safety and Error Prevention
Module 10: Order Entry and Processing
• Bulk Repackaging and Non-Sterile Compounding
• Pharmacy Billing and Inventory Management
Module 11: Math Calculations
• Introduction to Basic Math Skills
• Measurements and Conversions
• Calculations with Prescriptions and Medication Orders
• Special Medication Calculations
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