Start Term
2026-2027
Course Title
Introduction to Pharmacy
Course Code
TEPT1010
Course Hours
90
Course Credits
3
Description
This course serves as an introduction to the pharmacy technician profession, pharmacy technician roles, and the different types of pharmacies within the healthcare delivery system. Students are introduced to state and federal pharmacy practice laws, and the pharmacists' patient care process. Students learn the concepts of pharmacology, medications, and calculations needed to ensure patient safety.
Upon course completion, students will be able to:
• Compare and contrast the pharmacy technician’s role, pharmacist’s role, and other occupations
in the healthcare environment.
• Describe and apply state and federal laws pertaining to pharmacy practice.
• Recognize and apply the pharmacists' patient care process.
• Relate the basic history of pharmacy to today's pharmacy practice.
• Demonstrate the technicians' role in the medication use process.
