PHRX 1020 Pharmacy Practice 2

4 credit hours [3 lecture + 1 lab hour (3 lab contact hours/week)] Credit Hour(s)

The course is an advanced study of pharmacy practice and the health care systems.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to effectively and professionally communicate with other healthcare professionals, payors, and other individuals necessary to serve the needs of patients.
Describe the advanced pharmacy technician’s role, pharmacist’s role, and other occupations in the healthcare environment.
Assist the pharmacist in preparing, dispensing, and distributing medications within healthcare facilities.
Explain the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process and describe the role of the advanced pharmacy technician in the patient care process.

Prerequisite(s): PHRX 1010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.