PHARM 150: Intro to Pharmacy Compounding

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Class Program
Pharmacology
Credits
5
Lecture Hours 3 Lab Hours 4 Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
7
Course ID
089309
Meets Degree Requirements For
Restricted Elective
Description

Students develop proficiency in the skills necessary for successful compounding technique and practice.  Students are introduced to the United States Pharmacopeia’s General Chapter Pharmaceutical Compounding-Non-Sterile Preparations <795> and Sterile Preparations <797>. Student will have simulated lab experience that applies pharmaceutical preparation compounding guidelines. United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Guidelines and Washington Administrative Code (WAC) regulations governing the practice of compounding are emphasized.

Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites

Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician Program or Instructor Permission

Course Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy

  2. Apply patient and medication safety practices to the pharmacy technician role. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
    Documentation
Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply federal and state laws to pharmacy practice while assisting the pharmacist in the patient care process. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Cultural Diversity
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy

  2. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate problem-solving skills with regard to medication errors, patient intake, and pharmacy practice

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct

  2. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy

  3. Apply patient and medication safety practices to the pharmacy technician role. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
    Documentation
Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy

  2. Apply patient and medication safety practices to the pharmacy technician role. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
    Documentation

Core Topics

  1. Core competencies of Non-Sterile compounding
  2. Non- Sterile and Sterile product categorization.
  3. Evolution and overview of aseptic compounding. 
  4. The basics all cleanroom personnel need to know.
  5. Primary and secondary engineering controls.
  6. Compounding basics in laminar airflow systems.
  7. Proper documentation of compounding
  8. Navigating equipment and workflow until the final check.