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Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

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Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

Pharmacy is a branch of pharmacology which deals with collection, preparation, standardization, compounding and dispensing of drugs in such a way to make the medication suitable for easy, effective and palatable administration in the treatment of a disease.  Students will gain knowledge of medical terminology, the history of pharmacy, the top 200 prescription drugs, pharmacy calculations, compounding techniques, and pharmacy law.  This course will explore different careers in the pharmacy industry, including pharmacists and pharmacy technician. 

Credit Type: Practical Art

High School Credits: 1.0 units

  • CIC Application Process
    GPA 2.5 or above

  • 3 college hours -University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC) if College's Criteria are Met
    Pharm 7489 Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

  • Location
    Career Innovation Center

  • $75 per college credit hour
    Will be billed/paid through the Cooperating College Business Office

  • Students enrolled in this course will learn from various pharmacists with relevant experience and expertise.  Field trips and other Real World Learning experiences will be completed to enhance student knowledge of pharmacy practice.  This course will prepare students for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam, as well as provide foundational knowledge should the student pursue the Doctor of Pharmacy degree and practice as a licensed pharmacist.