Community Pharmacy

Course code PHAR 1106

Credit 7.5

Length 150.0 hours

Course outline View

This course introduces students to the pharmacy technician's role in providing pharmacy services in community pharmacy practice. Students will learn to process prescriptions, apply third party insurance plans, maintain accurate records, and ensure prescription accuracy. Students will discuss common issues pertaining to pharmacy security. During the lab component, students will build proficiency in pharmacy software and dispensing skills.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • 1. Community practice setting
  • 2. Role of community pharmacy in providing health services
  • 3. Prescription processing
  • 4. Third party insurance plans
  • 5. Record keeping
  • 6. Pharmacy software
  • 7. Pharmacy security

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.