Community Pharmacy (PHAR 1106)
This course introduces students to the pharmacy technician's role in providing pharmacy services in community pharmacy practice. Prescription processing, compounding, third party insurance plans, record keeping, purchasing, receiving and issues pertaining to security are discussed. The lab component of the course focuses on dispensing and compounding skills.
This course is part of the full-time Pharmacy Technician Program.
This course is part of the full-time Pharmacy Technician Program.
Course code: PHAR 1106
Credits: 7.5
Length: 150.0 hours
Course outline:
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| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41481 | January 20, 2025 to April 25, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building B | Vo, Jennifer |
| 43083 | January 20, 2025 to April 25, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building B | Vo, Jennifer |
Additional Information
- 1. Community practice setting
- 2. Role of community pharmacy in providing health services
- 3. Prescription processing
- 4. Compounding
- 5. Third party insurance plans
- 6. Record keeping
- 7. Pharmacy software
- 8. Pharmacy security
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.