(Reised 9-2015)
The curriculum is presented in the following sequence to guide the student through the program, so that the student will experience an ever-increasing degree of expected terminal performance objectives.
Freshman –Quarter 1 23.0 Possible Quarter Credits
102-M Medical Terminology I 6.0
103-M Keyboarding 3.5
156-M Introduction to Pharmacy Technician 7.5
160-M PhT Pharmacology I 6.0
Sophomore --Quarter 2 26.0 Possible Quarter Credits
104-M Office Communications 3.0
105-M Medical Office Procedures 4.0
116-M Medical Terminology II 6.0
157-M PhT Clinical I 7.0
161-M PhT Pharmacology II 6.0
Junior --Quarter 3 21.0 Possible Quarter Credits
101-M Medical Law and Ethics 3.0
154-M Computer Applications 5.0
158-M PhT Clinical II 7.0
162-M PhT Pharmacology III 6.0
CPR
Senior --Quarter 4 11.0 Possible Quarter Credits
108-M Fundamentals of Psychology 3.0
152-M Job Readiness 3.0
159-M PhT Externship 5.0
Total 81.0 Quarter Credit Hours
All courses in the AH programs must be completed with a minimum final grade average of 76.5% and if applicable successful passage of each competency test with a minimum score of 76.5%.
For a course that has both a lecture component and lab competency; each component must be passed separately with a minimum of a 76.5 percent to pass the lecture component of the course and a satisfactory grade for the lab competency component. If the student does not pass both components the entire course is failed and the course will be repeated in its entirety the next time it is offered.
Lab Competency: In the event the student obtains a failing (unsatisfactory) grade for lab competency, the student will be allowed two (2) additional attempts to pass the competency, for a total of three (3) attempts. The student must arrange with the instructor within one week of a lab failure, a plan of remediation and a time to take the makeup competency. If the student fails to show for the scheduled first or second or third attempt lab competency and with no communication with the
instructor, the student fails the lab competency and must repeat the entire course. Changes in the scheduled lab competency time made with the instructor PRIOR to the scheduled time are acceptable
Goals and Objectives for the PhT Program
PSI program goals and objectives for the PhT program:
To provide a PhT program from which graduates are prepared to perform the functions of an entry level Pharmacy Technician under the supervision of a Pharmacist.
To provide a positive innovative learning environment with instruction that keeps current with the demands of the profession.
To encourage the participation in continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars to stay current in the profession as well as working to advance the level of professional achievement to a higher degree if desired.
To provide guidelines on patient confidentiality as stated in the HIPAA guidelines when reviewing all patient information and dealing with patients one-on-one.
To prepare the graduate pharmacy technician to sit for the National ExCPT or the PTCB exam or any Ohio State Board of Pharmacy approved exam.
To provide instruction to the student Pharmacy Technician to prepare and dispense prescriptions in accordance with the state and federal laws and rules under the supervision of the Pharmacist.
Graduates of the PhT program will be able to:
Apply the knowledge gained through lecture, lab and externship and to practice safety and use good judgment while preparing and dispensing prescriptions under the supervision of the pharmacist.
Apply knowledge of different classifications of medications and their indications of use.
Demonstrate proficiency and accuracy by:
1. Verifying the information on the prescription is complete and accurate.
2. Entering data accurately into the computer system and recording all prescriptions.
3. Submitting insurance claims for third party billing.
4. Retrieving, counting, pouring, calculating, weighing, and compounding prescriptions.
5. Preparing or compounding sterile products such as IV drug preparations.
6. Ordering, receiving and maintaining inventory of drugs and supplies, and ensuring their security.
7. Answering the phones and assisting the customers at the check-out counter.
Demonstrate both written and verbal communication skills enabling effective communicate with patients, coworkers and employers.
Demonstrate proficiency as a Pharmacy Technician by passing the certification examination National ExCPT or the PTCB exam or any Ohio State Board of Pharmacy approved exam.
Demonstrate adaptability and cultural respect when associating with patients, coworkers, and other professionals in the community.
To be able to maintain patient confidentiality as stated in the HIPAA guidelines.
To be able to understand the importance and adhere to the guidelines of professional conduct, appearance and ethics of the Pharmacy profession.
Code of Ethics for Pharmacy Technicians
Preamble
Pharmacy Technicians are healthcare professionals who assist pharmacists in providing the best possible care for patients.
The principles of this code, which apply to pharmacy technicians working in any and all settings, are based on the application and support of the moral obligations that guide the pharmacy profession in relationships with patients, healthcare professionals and society.
Principles
• A pharmacy technician's first consideration is to ensure the health and safety of the patient, and to use knowledge and skills to the best of his/her ability in serving patients.
• A pharmacy technician supports and promotes honesty and integrity in the profession, which includes a duty to observe the law, maintain the highest moral and ethical conduct at all times and uphold the ethical principles of the profession. A pharmacy technician assists and supports the pharmacists in the safe and efficacious and cost effective distribution of health services and healthcare resources.
• A pharmacy technician respects and values the abilities of pharmacists, colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
• A pharmacy technician maintains competency in his/her practice and continually enhances his/her professional knowledge and expertise.
• A pharmacy technician respects and supports the patient's individuality, dignity, and confidentiality.
• A pharmacy technician respects the confidentiality of a patient's records and discloses pertinent information only with proper authorization.
• A pharmacy technician never assists in dispensing, promoting or distribution of medication or medical devices that are not of good quality or do not meet the standards required by law.
• A pharmacy technician does not engage in any activity that will discredit the profession, and will expose, without fear or favor, illegal or unethical conduct of the profession.
• A pharmacy technician associates with and engages in the support of organizations, which promote the profession of pharmacy through the utilization and enhancement of pharmacy technicians.
Adapted from The American Association of Pharmacy Technicians Code of Ethics, published Am J Health-Syst Pharm. 2003 Code of Conduct