Pharmacy Technology
Course Catalog
Pharmacy Technology (PHT)
Pharmacy Technology |
foothill.edu/pharmtech/ | |||||
| There is a selective admission process to enroll in these classes. For an application, call (650) 949-7538. | ||||||
| PHT 50 :: ORIENTATION TO PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY | 3 Units | |||||
| Orientation to the role and working environment of the pharmacy technician, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. An introduction to the legal responsibilities and technical activities of the pharmacy technician. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 200L. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 51 :: BASIC PHARMACEUTICS | 3 Units | |||||
| This course will introduce students to the general concepts of law, legal liability, ethics, honesty and integrity as they relate to performing the responsibilities of a pharmacy technician in accordance with the profession's code of ethics. In addition, the course covers key laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy and also terminology relevant to the profession. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 52A :: INPATIENT DISPENSING | 3 Units | |||||
| A general study of the usual technician functions associated with an institutional drug distribution system. Practical experience in the manipulative and record-keeping functions of extemporaneous preparations in an inpatient pharmacy. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (60 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 52B :: ASEPTIC TECHNIQUE & IV PREPARATION | 4 Units | |||||
| Compounding of sterile products according to the appropriate technique. An introduction to the concepts of sterility and incompatibility. The use of applicable quality assurance processes and performance of work in accordance with the laws, regulations, and standards which govern the preparation of sterile products, with special emphasis on the preparation of parenteral chemotherapy with strict adherence to all precautionary standards. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 52A. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (72 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
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| PHT 53 :: AMBULATORY PHARMACY PRACTICE | 4 Units | |||||
| A review of the skills needed to operate effectively in an ambulatory setting, with emphasis on receiving and controlling inventory, processing prescriptions using computerized prescription processing, and medical insurance billing. Customer relations. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (72 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 54A :: DOSAGE CALCULATIONS A | 3 Units | |||||
| An introduction to the use of pharmaceutical measuring systems, with emphasis on the metric system and intersystem conversions. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 54B :: DOSAGE CALCULATIONS B | 3 Units | |||||
| Calculation of the correct oral and parenteral dosages of drugs using information from prescriptions or medications orders. Accurate determination of the correct amount of ingredients for the compounding of pharmaceutical products from a prescription or medications order. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 54A. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 55A :: PHARMACOLOGY A | 3 Units | |||||
| Introduction to the general principals of pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, with a focus on the anatomy, physiology and application of pharmacological principles pertaining to the peripheral and central nervous system. Drugs are discussed related to their mechanism of action, indications, adverse effects, contraindications, precautions and drug interactions. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: BIOL 14 or equivalent. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 55B :: PHARMACOLOGY B | 3 Units | |||||
| A study of the fundamentals of pharmacology with a focus on the anatomy, physiology and application of pharmacological principles related to various body systems and disorders; the cardiovascular system, respiratory system and gastrointestinal system. Drugs are discussed in relation to their mechanism of action, indications, adverse effects, contraindications, precautions and drug interactions. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 55A. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 55C :: PHARMACOLOGY C | 3 Units | |||||
| A study of the fundamentals of pharmacology with a focus on the anatomy, physiology and application of pharmacological principles related to various body systems and disorders; the endocrine system, infectious diseases, cancer, the immune system and nutrition. Drugs are discussed in relation to their mechanism of action, indications, adverse effects, contraindications, precautions and drug interactions. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 55B. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 56A :: DISPENSING & COMPOUNDING A | 3 Units | |||||
| General preparation of non-sterile solid and liquid pharmaceutical dosage forms for oral and topical use. Practical experience in the manipulative and record keeping functions associated with the compounding and dispensing of prescriptions for ambulatory patients. Study of dosage forms, advantages and disadvantages, uses, storage and packaging of pharmaceutical products. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 50. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (60 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 56B :: DISPENSING & COMPOUNDING B | 3 Units | |||||
| General preparation of topical, transdermal, rectal, ophthalmic, and otic pharmaceutical dosage forms. Practical experience in the manipulative and record keeping functions associated with the compounding and dispensing of prescriptions. Study of dosage forms, advantages and disadvantages, uses, storage and packaging of pharmaceutical products. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 56A. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (60 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
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| PHT 58 :: FUNDAMENTALS OF PHARMACOLOGY | 4 Units | |||||
| Formerly: BIOL 58 | ||||||
| General principles of pharmacology. Emphasis on drug-receptor interactions, second messenger systems, determinants of drug response, pharmacokinetics, bio transformation and excretion, pharmacogenetics, drug development and legal aspects of drug distribution. Application of pharmacological principles and concepts with emphasis on the various pharmacological classes of drugs in diverse patient populations. | ||||||
| Prerequisites: BIOL 40A, 40B and 40C or equivalent. | ||||||
| Advisory: One of the following: ENGL 1A, 1AH, or 1S & 1T; not open to students with credit in BIOL 46 or 58. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
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| PHT 60 :: RETAIL CLINICAL | 4 Units | |||||
| The practice of pharmacy technology skills in a retail environment developed in didactic and laboratory training. Activities will be evaluated by a preceptor at the site. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 12 hours clinical experience. (144 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
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| PHT 61 :: HOME HEALTH CARE SUPPLIES | 3 Units | |||||
| A study of diseases and conditions which require continual health maintenance by the patient with tests and devices used to identify, monitor and control them. It also includes an evaluation of alternative forms of health care and a study of the vitamins and minerals commonly used in pharmaceutical preparations. Students will interpret various test equipment results and have a working knowledge of OTC and prescribed single/multiple use test kits and equipment. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 50. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 3 hours lecture. (36 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 62 :: HOSPITAL CLINICAL | 4 Units | |||||
| The practice of pharmacy technology skills in either inpatient or outpatient hospital environments developed in didactic and laboratory training. Activities will be evaluated by a preceptor. Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 12 hours clinical experience. (144 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 63 :: PHARMACY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION EXAM (PTCE) REVIEW | 1 Unit | |||||
| Intended for students in the Pharmacy Technician Program or for students who have completed an ASHP accredited Pharmacy Technician Program. Course provides application requirements for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) and Pharmacy Technician license in the State of California. Comprehensive review of pharmacy technician technical and didactic competencies to prepare students for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE). Also includes several mock practice Pharmacy Technician Certification Exams. Enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. (24 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: CSU | ||||||
| Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at: foothill.edu/transfer/forms/current_transfer_ge_guide.pdf | ||||||
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| PHT 101 :: PHARMACY CAREERS A | 4 Units | |||||
| The first of three courses to be taken in series; intended for students enrolled in the CTE Pharmacy Careers Pathway Program. This course provides students with foundational knowledge crucial for success to pursue further education in pharmacy technology or other various allied health professions. Topics of instruction include basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and pharmaceutical abbreviations, dosage calculations, pharmaceutical preparations and medications, pharmacy practice, inter-professional education within the health care system--cultivating collaborative practice for providing patient-centered care (effective communication, teamwork, professionalism, etc.), learning strategies, effective study and life management skills all necessary for success in an allied health profession. | ||||||
| Advisory: Passing grade in high school algebra 1, biology, chemistry and two years of English. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: None | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 102 :: PHARMACY CAREERS B | 4 Units | |||||
| The second of three courses to be taken in series; intended for students enrolled in the CTE Pharmacy Careers Pathway Program. Topics of instruction build on content in the following areas; pharmacy law, dosage forms and calculations, pharmaceutical abbreviations, basic anatomy, physiology and medical terminology pertaining to the gastrointestinal, endocrine and reproductive systems, including diseases and medications used to treat conditions that affect these systems. Topics on inter-professional skills required to work effectively in a health care team. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 101. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: None | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 103 :: PHARMACY CAREERS C | 4 Units | |||||
| The final course in a series of three; intended for students enrolled in the CTE Pharmacy Careers Pathway Program. This course continues to build on topics pertaining to the following areas: pharmaceutical compounding, various dosage formulations, complementary and alternative medicine, pharmaceutical calculations used in community and institutional practice, basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology pertaining to the renal/urological and musculoskeletal systems, including diseases and medications used to treat conditions affecting these systems. It also covers California Board of Pharmacy requirements for technicians and provides an overview of the Foothill College Pharmacy Technician Program. | ||||||
| Prerequisite: PHT 102. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 4 hours lecture. (48 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: None | ||||||
Not scheduled for the current active quarter. Do you want to try a different quarter?: | ||||||
| PHT 200L :: PHARMACY TECHNICIAN AS A CAREER | 1 Unit | |||||
| Introduction to the pharmaceutical sciences and the functions of a pharmacy technician in health care. Role of the pharmacy technician, areas of specialization in the field, technical standards, state registration requirements and employment opportunities. | ||||||
| Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249. | ||||||
| Repeatability: Not Repeatable. | ||||||
| 1 hour lecture. (12 hours total per quarter.) | ||||||
| Foothill College GE Area: Non-GE Applicable | ||||||
| Transferability: None | ||||||
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