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10 Months September to June (1240 hours based on 30 hours of instruction per week and 40 hours per week during OJT period)
Canadian Student: Tuition: $7,925 (No taxes are charged on tuition) Books: $1,125 (includes taxes) Student Protection fee / Province of NB: $79.25 Student Council fee: $50 Registration Deposit: $400 (deducted from tuition) International Student: Tuition: $8,925 Books: $1,125 (includes taxes)
September 3, 2008 to June 19, 2009
May 25, 2009 to June 19, 2009  Jean Coutu Pharmacist/Owner Dennis Abud with graduate Cedric Landry.  Graduate, Fanny Coté, working in the Pharmacy Lab. |
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Pharmacy Technician |
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| PLACEMENT RATE | |
| 2007 | 97% |
| 2006 | 92% |
| 2005 | 85% |
| 2004 | 84% |
| 2003 | NA |
| 2002 | NA |
| 2001 | NA |
| HOURLY RATE $9.00 - $17.50 |
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| ANNUAL (Average Starting Salary) $18,200 - $35,000 |
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Learn the science behind the use of pharmaceuticals in treating diseases. As a Pharmacy Technician you will work for hospital and retail pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies and suppliers, and medical insurance providers. A Pharmacy Technician may be responsible for receiving incoming prescriptions, transcribing physician's orders, calculating doses, using drug distribution systems, preparing IV's, packaging medications, filling patient cassettes, labeling prescriptions, and interfacing with patients. A combination of theoretical and hands-on training based on industry standards prepares graduates for successful careers in the pharmaceutical industry.
Course Content
PHR–102 PHARMACEUTICAL MATHEMATICS I
The student will review mathematical fundamentals and develop a working knowledge of the various systems of metric, apothecary, and imperial weights and measures encountered in the pharmacy which will enable the student to accurately prepare prescriptions. The student will become familiar with strength designations and will perform various dosage calculations and interpret drug orders.
PHR–103 KEYBOARDING
This aspect of the course places emphasis on proper keyboarding techniques, mastery of the keyboard, and operation of the computer. Emphasis is also placed on speed and accuracy by typing a variety of office documents, including letters, memos, reports and tables.
PHR–104 BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Emphasis in this area is placed on giving the student competence in Microsoft Windows and in Windows related software which, increasingly, is becoming the software of choice for most of today’s businesses. The student will become familiar with the operation of Microsoft’s latest office software, Office 2003, which includes Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. The student also learns to use e-mail to communicate productively and the Internet as an effective business tool. A brief introduction to the use of various business machines will also be covered.
PHR–105 BASIC CONCEPTS IN PHARMACOLOGY
Pharmacology is one of the most challenging subjects for those embarking on careers in pharmacy and the health sciences. In this introductory module, the student will be introduced to the history and practice of pharmacy and the historical and current role that pharmacy, the pharmaceutical industry, and government play in the delivery of health care. The evolving role of the pharmacy technician will be examined and the student will be introduced to drug regulation and approval along with drug classes, schedules and categories. Various dosage forms, including their advantages and disadvantages, along with methods of drug delivery and what happens after a drug has been administered will be discussed. Knowledge of the routes of administration allows the student to comprehend how a particular drug reaches its target site.
PHR–201 MEDICAL SCIENCES
This course will provide the student with a foundation in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. The student will be introduced to the different body systems, the structure and functions of the major organs within each system and the pathophysiology of common diseases and conditions within each system.
PHR–202 PHARMACOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
A comprehensive, interdisciplinary perspective drawing upon core concepts of anatomy, physiology and pathology will be used in order to make drug therapy more understandable. The students will be exposed to the core concepts in pharmacology via a disease and body system approach. The students will learn the therapeutic effects of prescription medications, non-prescription medications and alternative therapies commonly used in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Using the prototype approach to drug therapy, the students will learn the brand and generic names and classifications of common medications in Canada along with their mechanisms of action, major side-effects, contraindications, dosage forms and routes of administration.
PHR–203 COMPOUNDING
In this module, the student will develop the complex skills and the professional demeanor necessary to take on the increasingly important role of compounding various pharmaceutical products to meet the specific needs of a patient. The student will learn to compound non-sterile products, including calculation of the correct amount of each ingredient and the use of the correct compounding equipment with the proper techniques. WHMIS protocols will also be learned. Practice will include compounding lotions, creams, ointments, solutions, suspensions, gels and capsules along with preparing other non-traditional compounds such as suppositories, lollipops, lip balms and gummi-bears. Proper and timely cleaning and maintenance of compounding equipment will also be stressed. Emphasis is placed on accuracy and the preparation of a pharmaceutically elegant product.
PHR–204 PHARMACEUTICAL MATHEMATICS II
Advanced calculations in IV and chemotherapy preparations along with pediatric dosing will be included in this module in order to prepare the student for employment in a hospital pharmacy. Accuracy is stressed throughout the course along with techniques to detect and reduce medication errors.
BUS–665 SELF – DIRECTED STUDIES
This module is used by the student who may want to obtain one-on-one instruction with an instructor. This optional module is completed on Friday mornings during the entire duration of the program. The student does not receive a mark for this module as it is optional
PHR–301 RETAIL PHARMACY
The student will practice receiving, dispensing and releasing prescriptions through simulations, role-playing, and other techniques. Emphasis is placed on the correct dispensing techniques, including computer entry, measuring, labeling, packaging, product presentation, and prescription processing. The student will build his/her skills of receiving, dispensing and releasing prescriptions. The role of community pharmacies, ostomy care, blood pressure monitoring and glucose monitoring will also be explored. Students will gain efficiency, speed and accuracy in selecting and processing pharmaceutical products using drug interchangeability information, third-party and formulary restrictions and other resources.
The student will learn inventory control and management of medications including narcotics and controlled drugs, equipment and devices, purchasing procedures, materials handling and clerical functions. The use of various electronic ordering devices will be explained. During the course, each student will also spend one day job shadowing in a retail pharmacy.
PHR–303 HOSPITAL PHARMACY & STERILE PRODUCTS
The student will be introduced to the hospital environment including its structure and organization, along with the hospital’s role in health-care delivery. The roles of the hospital pharmacist, pharmacy technician, and other health care professionals will be discussed. The various drug-distribution systems used in hospitals will be presented along with the advantages and disadvantages of each. The student will be introduced to medication order processing as well as the role of a drug formulary in a hospital setting. Purchasing and inventory control and record-keeping requirements are also discussed. During the course, each student will also spend one day job shadowing in a hospital pharmacy.
In both health care facilities and community pharmacies, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians aseptically prepare sterile products. Students will be introduced to the basic principles of microbiology as they relate to the practice of pharmacy along with the concepts of sterility, aseptic technique, sterilization methods, infection control and incompatibilities. The student will gain practical experience in the correct preparation, measuring, computer entry, labeling and packaging of the sterile hospital prescription, including IV Admixtures, TPNs and ophthalmic preparations, according to appropriate standards of practice relating to the preparation of sterile products in the pharmacy. Emphasis is placed on accurate dispensing techniques, including methods of checking work for accuracy, while also ensuring sterility of the product.
PHR–305 PROFESSIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT
The student will learn the basic methods of good verbal and written communication. This course will include an introduction to customer service, confidentiality, dealing with the difficult customer and basic sales techniques. Principles relating to motivation, interpersonal relations, leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, attitude and other workplace issues are investigated. The student will gain an understanding of current hiring practices as well as effective interview and job search techniques. The student is expected to participate in role-playing exercises to further his/her skills. An emphasis is placed upon learning the knowledge and skills required to enable individuals to perform professionally and confidently as a member of the healthcare team by developing good ethical standards.
PHR–401 ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
The student who meets all the work term criteria will be placed for a four-week period within a hospital pharmacy, a retail pharmacy or a healthcare organization to continue his/her training for as a pharmacy technician. Specific objectives must be met in order to complete this module successfully. Successful completion of this module is mandatory for graduation from the program.
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