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Description:
The first of three courses to be taken in series; intended for entry-level students enrolled in the CTE Pharmacy Careers Pathway Program. This course recognizes the diverse range of knowledge, learning styles, and life/work experiences of the entry-level student. It 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, medications, and pharmacy practice. As part of an introductory program, effective study skills and time management strategies are discussed as a means to support student success. Special focus is also given to develop effective communication skills and stress management techniques in the classroom setting to prepare students for future clinical rotations. It includes inter-professional education within the health care system, cultivating collaborative practice for providing patient-centered care (teamwork, professionalism, etc.).
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Prerequisite:
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Corequisite:
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Advisory:
Advisory: Passing grade in high school algebra 1, biology, chemistry and two years of English.
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Repeatability:
Not Repeatable.
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Hours:
4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter.
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Foothill GE Area:
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Transferability:
None
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Transfer GE:
Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
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Foothill Transfer GE Guide
Department Note:
There is a selective admission process to enroll in these classes. For an application, call (650) 949-7538.
