Description
Graduates are skilled in:
- Basic pharmacology
- Pharmacy operations and procedures
- Business communication
- Pharmacy-specific computer software
This program equips students for a variety of entry-level roles, including positions in retail pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and pharmaceutical companies.
Key Skills Acquired:
- Provide students with comprehensive training
for pharmacy settings. - Equip students with the skills to prepare,
dispense, and manage medication. - Develop proficiency in pharmacy software
and business communication. - Prepare students to achieve the Certified
- Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential.
Career Outcomes:
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- Pharmacy Technician
- Pharmacy Aide
- Pharmacy Assistant
Possible workplaces include:
- Retail pharmacies
- Hospitals and clinics
- Pharmaceutical companies
Admission Requirements:
Meet all Dallas Career Academy admission requirements.
Fulfill technology requirements for hybrid/online
learning formats.
Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee (requires
fingerprinting, which may take 4–6 months).
Completion of the 5 Keys to Excellence course.
classes.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM HOURS:
PHT-101: Legal and Ethical Considerations for the Pharmacy Technician (8/0/0)
Introduction to drug laws, FDA reporting, controlled substances regulations, and ethical guidelines.
PHT-102: Methods of Medication Delivery (12/0/0)
Overview of medication delivery systems, drug administration routes, and dosage methods.
PHT-103: Pharmaceutical Calculations and Measurements (8/20/0)
Mastering measurement systems, dosage calculations, and arithmetic related to pharmacy practice.
PHT-104: Anatomy and Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians (20/0/0)
Study of human anatomy and physiology, focusing on system interdependence and dysfunctions.
PHT-105: Medical Terminology (20/0/0)
Introduction to medical vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation specific to pharmacy practice.
PHT-106: Psychoactive Drugs (16/0/0)
Exploration of prescription medications for psychiatric disorders, including classifications and side effects.
PHT-107: The Community Pharmacy (12/16/0)
Training in duties of pharmacy technicians in retail environments, inventory management, and patient profiles.
PHT-108: Anti-inflammatory Drugs (16/0/0)
Overview of drugs used for muscular system diseases, including preparation and administration techniques.
PHT-109: Medication and Prescription Calculations (8/24/0)
Advanced calculations for solid and liquid medications, including reconstitution techniques.
PHT-110: Extemporaneous Compounding (12/24/0)
Techniques for preparing customized medications, including solutions, ointments, and capsules.
PHT-111: The Hospital Pharmacy (12/16/0)
Understanding inpatient drug distribution systems, automation, and inventory control.
PHT-112: Introduction to Sterile Products Preparation (16/32/0)
Preparation of IV solutions, calculations, and techniques for safe sterile product handling.
PHT-113: Sterile Products Preparation and Administration (16/32/0)
Advanced aseptic techniques and preparation of medications for IV, epidural, and subcutaneous routes.
PHT-114: Respiratory, Gastrointestinal, Renal, and Circulatory Drugs (16/0/0)
Study of medications for diseases affecting major organ systems, including therapeutic and adverse effects.
PHT-115: Medication Safety (16/0/0)
Principles of preventing and managing medication errors in pharmacy practice.
PHT-116: Successful Career Tactics (8/12/0)
Training in customer service, workplace ethics, and career advancement strategies for pharmacy technicians.
PHT-117: PTCE Preparation (12/0/0)
Comprehensive review of key concepts and drug knowledge to prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
PHT-118: Final Exam (6/0/0)
Assessment of knowledge and skills gained throughout the program.
PHT-119: Pharmacy Technician Externship (0/0/200)
Supervised real-world training in retail or hospital pharmacy settings.