HPHM 1513 Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians 2

(3-2-0) 5 Credits UN

The course is designed to provide the Pharmacy Technician candidate with a foundation in drug related information and pharmacokinetics as they apply to the clinical setting. The course also describes therapeutic and adverse effects of routes of drug administration. This course includes 100 hours of lab/clinical practice in the retail and/or hospital pharmacy under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. A Pharmacy Technician candidate shall possess a Pharmacy Technician Candidate Registration prior to earning any practical experience at a pharmacy approved by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy.
Pre-requisite(s): Acceptance into Pharmacy Technician program and approval of La. Board of Pharmacy. Concurrency: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of HPHM 1200, HPHM 1300, HPHM 1400, and HPHM 1503 is also required.