Pharmacy Technician (CP)(Plan Code: PTAPTC45)

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General Education Requirements
Communication Skills (minimum 3 credits/units required)
Eligibility for ENGL& 101 + ENGL 993
Computational Skills (minimum 3 credits/units required)
PHAR 110Pharmacy Calculations3
Human Relations (minimum 3 credits/units required)
CMST& 210Interpersonal Communication5
or CMST& 230 Small Group Communication
Program Requirements
AH 110Medical Terminology I 13
AH 100Basic Concepts of Anatomy and Physiology I 13
AH 101Basic Concepts of Anatomy and Physiology II 13
AH 104Health Care Delivery & Career Exploration3
AH 111Medical Terminology II 13
AH 120Bloodborne Pathogens in Healthcare Settings1
HLTH 124Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid1
BUS 149Computer Application Essentials3
Major Area Requirements
PHAR 105Introduction to Pharmacy4
PHAR 112Pharmacology I5
PHAR 114Pharmacy Practice and Technology5
PHAR 118Pharmacy Externship I4
PHAR 119Pharmacy Externship Seminar I2
PHAR 122Pharmacology II5
PHAR 123Pharmacy Law2
PHAR 127Pharmacy Compounding5
PHAR 128Pharmacy Externship II4
PHAR 129Pharmacy Externship Seminar II2
PHAR 189Pharmacy Capstone2
PHAR 198Pharmacy Advanced Simulation Lab1
Additional Requisite Requirements
Completion of MATH 92, BUS 102, PTCS 110, MA 103 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better (2.0) or higher, or placement into MATH 96 (Must be 7 years current upon program entry).
Total Credits/Units70-72
1

Must be seven years current upon program entry.

Program Outcomes

Program outcomes are overarching skills that are emphasized and reinforced throughout several courses in a specific program; they are measurable statements that define what students should know or be able to do by the end of a certificate or degree at Clark College. After successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Articulate well-considered ideas and written claims to an academic audience, using effective rhetorical techniques, properly credited evidence, and a command of Standard English. (GE)
  • Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills. (GE)
  • Demonstrate and clearly explain an effective strategy to solve a quantitative problem. (GE)
  • Exhibit effective communication skills in interactions with patients and other healthcare professionals.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacy processes and information technology to accurately and safely prepare and dispense medications in a variety of pharmacy settings.
  • Demonstrate professional clinical skills in the work place while complying with laws, regulations, and ethical standards of practice.
  • Successfully complete all criteria necessary for registration as a pharmacy tech in any state.

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