The demand for skilled pharmacy technicians is rapidly growing. If you are interested in a dynamic career in a high paced medical field, this course is for you. This course provides an overview of the history of pharmacology and the day to day responsibilities of a pharmacy technician in hospital and retail pharmacy settings. Common drugs and their uses, as well as how they are administered and possible interactions in the body are described. Patient confidentiality laws, including HIPPA and prescription regulations, such as who can prescribe medication are also discussed.
* You have 4 weeks to complete this course from date of your enrollment.
Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician training course content
The Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician training course consists of 4 modules:
Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician Module 1 Chapters 1-2 Becoming a Pharmacy Technician
Module one provides an overview into the history of pharmacology as well as pharmacology science principles. We will focus on drug abbreviations, categories of drugs and how they enter the body. Administration routes, such as oral, injectable and inhalants will be covered. This module guides you in learning the day to day responsibilities of pharmacy technicians, training required and potential career opportunities.
- History of Pharmacy
- Careers for a Pharmacy Technician
- Pharmacology Science
- Routes of Administration
- Pharmacy Technician Training
Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician Module 2 Chapters 3-4 Pharmacy Regulations and Common Cold Medications
Module two identifies patient confidentiality laws for the medical field, such as HIPPA rules. We will discuss the history of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as well as provide an overview of controlled substances and prescription regulations. Common antibiotics, antifungals and antivirals are identified as well as preventive drugs.
- FDA History and Overview
- Controlled Substances
- Patient Confidentially and HIPPA
- Prescription Regulation
- Common Antibiotics, Antifungals and Antivirals
Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician Module 3 Chapters 5-6
Heart and Pain Control Medicine
Module three discusses the different categories of medications used to treat or prevent high blood pressure, heart attacks and strokes. Specific medications for pain control, how they function in the body and why a doctor might prescribe them based on different levels of pain are identified. As an individual interested in becoming a pharmacy technician, being informed about pain medication and possible addiction is vital knowledge for a successful career.
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Attacks and Strokes
- Preventive Medications
- Pain Control
- Prescription Techniques
Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician Module 4 Chapters 7-8 Birth Control, Diabetes and Pharmacy Math
Module four provides information into common medications for used hormones, thyroid issues, birth control and diabetes. An in-depth look into the use of math in pharmacy, such as roman numerals, converting ratios to percentages and the apothecary system of measurement is covered. Understanding how to calculate proper dosages for pediatric and geriatric patients is an important aspect of training to be a successful Pharmacy Technician.
- Hormones and Thyroid
- Reproduction
- Calculating the Proper Dosage
- The Use of Math in Pharmacy
- Common Medications for Diabetes
After completing the Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician training course
After completing the Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician training course, you should be able to:
- Understand the history of pharmacology and FDA regulations
- Define the role of the Pharmacy Technician
- Identify common medicines for a variety of conditions and symptoms
- Recognize the use of math in pharmacy and calculations
- Identify proper dosages and categories of drugs
Course duration
The Discover a Career as a Pharmacy Technician training course is 24 hours long, taught over 4 weeks.
