Pharmacy Technician Training Syllabus
Region 2 Professional-Technical Academy 2009-2010
Course Title: Pharmacy Technician Training
(HP #238, IBED #14197)
Credit Hours: 2 High School Credits
Instructor:
Sheri Daly, R.N.
Telephone Number: Prairie High School: (208) 962-3901
Mailing address:
E-Mail:
Prairie High School
Sheri Daly, R.N.
PO Box 540
Cottonwood, Idaho 83522
daly@sd242.k12.id.us
Course materials:
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Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician Principles & Practice. Textbook/online assignments
Pass Assured’s Pharmacy Technician Training Program. CD-ROM
Prerequisites:
1. Completion of “Fundamentals for Health Professions” Internet Course, Part I, and II or
equivalent, for High School students with a final grade of 80% or better.
2. Medical Terminology is highly recommended.
3. Must be a high school senior to take this course
4. Online courses require students to be independent learners and to have good reading
skills and good basic computer skills.
5. This course requires students have strong math skills.
Cost(s) to the student:
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$215.00 for the course will be paid by the Region 2 Professional-Technical Academy.
However, students will be expected to repay this cost if they do not complete the
course by May 14, 2010.
Students pay Region 2 Professional-Technical academy $70 (non-refundable). If the
course is completed, the students will keep the textbook.
On completion of the course students are eligible to take the National Pharmacy Tech
Certification exam, which will cost the student approximately $130.00.
Course Length:
Approximately 150 hours of course work plus 45 hours of clinical experience in a pharmacy.
Course Objective:
To train pharmacy technicians to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certifying Board certification
exam.
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Course Description:
The Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician Principles & Practice textbook and workbook are
designed as a fundamental yet comprehensive resource that represents the very latest
information available for preparing pharmacy technician students for today’s challenging job
environment. This textbook covers all the theory and skills set forth by several national
certifying bodies, including the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the
American Pharmaceutical Association (APhA). Each chapter has on online assignment and
test followed by proctored comprehensive examinations taken at school.
The Pass Assured Interactive CD-ROM is designed to train Pharmacy Technicians to pass
the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam. The interactive testing portion of this
product is located on secure web servers. Its multimedia presentation is easy-to-follow,
complete with audio, video, and graphic presentations. Realistic practice tests will let students
know when they are ready for the National Certifying exam. Multiple-choice quizzes can be
taken and repeated by students at home. Proctored exams are taken school. More detail is
available at Pass Assured website: http://www.passassured.com/.
Course Topics:
 Orientation:
Orientation introduces the student to basic terms and definitions. An introduction to
the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board and the exam is given. PTCB recertification details are provided with easy to follow steps for maintaining certification.
 Federal Law:
Federal Law focuses on legislation that affects the Pharmacy Industry. From Food
and Drug Administration laws to the Poison Prevention Act, Federal Laws that have
guided Pharmacy are presented. The method used in determining a valid DEA# is
studied. The section does not cover state and local laws. (State and local laws vary
greatly, thus, providing this material in this product is not practical.) The PTCB exam
only covers Federal Law.
 Medication Review:
Medication Review introduces the Pharmacy Technician to Pharmacology. The study
guide focuses on maintaining the proper instructional level suited for a Pharmacy
Technician. The varied types of drugs, prescription types, medication dosage forms,
and medical devices are discussed. Drug interactions on the human body’s major
systems, such as the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system,
cardiovascular system and other systems of the human body are introduced. The
study concentrates on commonly used drug classes that would be of most concern for
the Pharmacy Technician.
 Aseptic Techniques:
Aseptic Techniques gives the student a 'bird's eye' view of preparation procedures for
parenteral products. Pictures taken during actual preparation of various sterile
products are used to illustrate a particular topic. Laminar airflow and Horizontal airflow
hoods are covered with pictures and diagrams. Devices used in the preparation of
sterile products are illustrated. The study topic provides the basics of Aseptic
Techniques with emphasis toward possible testing topics.
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 Calculations:
Pharmacy calculations are an essential function of the Pharmacy Technician. The
PTTP's calculation section provides a refresher path through the aspects of Pharmacy
mathematics. Many of our example calculations are done using different methods,
thus, providing the student a choice for calculating Pharmacy math problems that best
suits the individual's needs. Our calculation section provides an excellent tool for
learning Pharmacy math. Our calculations are performed 'in motion', with a timed
audio presentation.
 Pharmacy Operations:
Pharmacy Operations is the core of the Pharmacy Technicians responsibilities. Day to
day operations, interfacing with customers, maintaining patient records, and assuring
the Pharmacy meets all State, Federal and local requirements are covered. Managing
proper inventory controls is vital in assuring continuing success of the Pharmacy
business. An overview of insurance claims and "Third Party" reimbursement is
provided.
Independent Study:
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Unit quizzes – each unit has quizzes and a unit test that must be taken and passed
with a minimum grade of 70%. All unit tests can be retaken as many times as needed
to master the 70% score.
Final Exam – This is a cumulative exam that is taken at the end of the course when
you have passed each unit with a 70% or better. You are allowed (1) attempt of the
final exam.
Assignments – Units may have an assignment that is graded.
Clinical:
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Clinical - 45 hours of experience is required. The Pharmacy Tech student must register
with the Idaho Board of Pharmacy, requiring the supervising pharmacist’s signature
and a $35.00 fee (paid by the student). Two forms are required: the application for
Technician-in-Training and a waiver (of the requirement to be 18 and a high school
graduate). Forms are available at the Idaho Board of Pharmacy at:
http://bop.accessidaho.org/bop/forms/index.html
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The student will keep a log and skills checklist of experiences and hours. The
checklist and log must be completed by the pharmacist each time the student is at
clinical. Copy of log and checklist needs to be mailed to Sheri Daly at end of the
course before credit will be issued for a grade.
Course timing:
The course begins in the fall semester and is one year long. The 45 hours of clinical can
begin after the student has passed Unit 1 of the course with an 80% or better.
Certification:
The requirements to test are that the student must be a H.S. grad and no felony record.
However, you can get a waiver on the H.S. graduation requirement with a letter from the
principal saying that you are scheduled to graduate in the spring.
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Idaho recognizes 2 different certifying organizations:
1. The Pharmacy Technician Certifying Board (PTCB) exam costs $129 and their website
is www.ptcb.org
2. The Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) costs $105 and their
website is www.nationaltechexam.org/home.html
Academic Honesty:
Academic honesty mandates the use of one’s own thoughts and materials in writing papers,
taking of tests, or completing other classroom or shop/lab related activities. Students who aid
others in any infraction of academic honesty are considered equally guilty. The concept of
academic honesty is designed to assure a uniform standard against which to evaluate all
students and to prevent cheating. Students are expected to report infractions to their
instructors. Violation of this policy may lead to a student’s failure of this course. See your
school’s student handbook for other related policies and possible consequences.
Region 2 Professional-Technical Academy does not discriminate or deny services on
the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex and/or disability.
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Region 2 Professional-Technical Academy
Pass Assured Pharmacy Technician Training
Consent Form
Note: Students with a criminal conviction need to be aware that some crimes prevent
a person from being hired to work in health care such as any form of abuse of another
person. For a complete list and other information visit https://chu.dhw.idaho.gov/ or
call toll free 1-800-340-1246.
STUDENT
Student (Please print) ________________________ will be responsible for
reimbursing $215 to the Region 2 Professional-Technical Academy if they do not
complete the course by May 22, 2009. Student and Parent will assume all other
expenses related to becoming a Pharmacy Technician including the National
Certification exam fee (approximately $130) and expenses of travel to take that exam
and the Idaho Board of Pharmacy fee ($35).
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Student Name (Printed)
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Parent/Guardian Name (Printed)
Parent Signature __________________________________ Date: ____________
Student Signature _________________________________ Date: ____________
PARENT
As the parent or guardian of the above named student, I will support him or her to
finish the course on time and will assume the financial responsibility of reimbursement
as described above in case he or she does not complete the course.
Parent Signature __________________________________ Date: ____________
Please send this signed consent form to:
Sheri Daly, RN
Region 2 Prof-Tech Academy
POB 540
Cottonwood, Idaho 83522
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