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Basic Pharmacy Technology, TCC (BP31)  Technical Certificate of Credit


Campus Locations: Valdosta

The Basic Pharmacy Technology Certificate is designed to provide an individual with the entry level skills for success in a retail pharmacy setting. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skill required as a retail Pharmacy Technician. Graduates are prepared to function and perform basic skills expected for a retail Pharmacy Technician. Skills will include gathering, preparing, inputting, and other requirements according to a prescription under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.

Program Outcomes: This program provides an overview of the pharmacy technology field, developing fundamental concepts and principles for success. Students will gain knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical calculations and learn principles of receiving, storing, and dispensing medications.

Careers: Pharmacy Technicians


Start Terms:

  • Every Other Semester: Summer 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, Summer 2026, etc

Length of Program: 1 Term

Admission Requirements:

Program-Specific Admission Requirements:

  • To enroll in PHAR classes, students must maintain good academic standing at Wiregrass; those on academic warning, probation, or suspension are ineligible. Additionally, all registration holds must be cleared for registration eligibility.
  • Students must obtain a Pharmacy Technician License from the Georgia Board of Pharmacy to participate in the practicum portion of the program.

Program Information

  • The Pharmacy Technology program operates on a cohort basis, requiring students to take PHAR classes as prescribed by the program.
  • Health Science students must meet additional requirements. See the Health Science Program Advising Packet for more information.
  • Clinical experience is required to complete the program, and students must meet all clinical requirements defined by the clinical facility. No student will be denied admissions to a program due to these requirements; however, the clinical partner requirement may prevent a student from completing the program. Clinical requirements may include, but not limited to, some or all of the following: American Heart Association Provider CPR certification, physical examination or proof of ability to perform required duties, Tuberculin skin test, up-to-date immunizations, mandatory vaccinations, and/or titers. A criminal background check and drug screen are required prior to performing the clinical rotation. Students unable to meet clinical requirements may not be able to graduate from the program. Alternate clinical locations may not be offered or available if a student is unable to meet clinical requirements.
Curriculum Outline (16 hours)
General Education Core 3
MATH 1012

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): Diploma Level Math Scores or MATH 0090 w/ a “C” or better Co-requisite(s): None Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, measurement and conversion, geometric concepts, technical applications, and basic statistics.

3
Occupational Courses 13
PHAR 1000

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 4 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1012 or MATH 1111, COLL 1010 Co-requisite(s): None This course develops knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical calculations procedures. Topics include: systems of measurement, medication dispensing calculations, pharmacy mathematical procedures, and calculation tools and techniques.

4
PHAR 1010

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 4 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Provides an overview of the pharmacy technology field and develops the fundamental concepts and principles necessary for successful participation in the pharmacy field. Topics include: safety, orientation to the pharmacy technology field, Fundamental principles of chemistry, basic laws of chemistry, ethics and laws, definitions and terms, and reference sources.

5
PHAR 1020

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): PHAR 1000, PHAR 1010 This course introduces the student to principles of receiving, storing, and dispensing medications. Topics include: purchasing, packaging, and labeling drugs; pharmacy policies and procedures; documentation; inventory and filing systems; compounding; storage and control; pharmacy equipment; and health care organizational structure. This course provides laboratory and clinical practice.

4
Faculty
Program Chair

Pharmacy Technology Program Coordinator
Valdosta Campus

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