Pharmacy Tech (PHR)

Provides an understanding of pharmacology terms as well as working knowledge of pharmacologic therapies used to treat common diseases. Teaches the side effects of prescription and non-prescription medications required by a pharmacy technician. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Builds upon the concepts of PHR-154. Provides understanding and knowledge base of pharmacologic therapies used to treat complex diseases. Teaches the unique knowledge base needed by pharmacy technicians. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take PHR-154.

Introduces calculations and conversions necessary to prepare doses and medication products. Teaches common sterile and non-sterile compounding techniques. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take PHR-175.

Provides the learner with opportunities for observation and supervised participation in hospital, retail pharmacy, and simulation settings. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Minimum C in PHR-154.

Provides operational responsibilities required of the pharmacy technician. Integrates hands-on day-to-day tasks performed in common pharmacy practice settings. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B