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PHAR 2250: Non-Sterile Compounding Lab
Effective date
January 2027
Department
Pharmacy Technician
School
Health Sciences
Description
Building on the foundational skills and dispensing principles from PHAR 1206, this hands-on course will prepare students to dispense non-sterile compound medications. Students will compound a variety of formulations, including topicals, liquids, suppositories, and other non-sterile compounds with an emphasis on accuracy, safety, and quality. Additionally, students will utilize relevant pharmacy resources to ensure proper formulation and adherence to industry standards.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
PHAR 1206.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Prepare non-sterile compounds safely and accurately using appropriate technique. (1)
- Demonstrate appropriate and safe use of compounding equipment. (2)
- Interpret compounding prescriptions and formulas to accurately follow instructions for compounding preparation. (3)
- Use pharmacy references and resources to find compounding information. (4)
- CLOs align with the following NAPRA Competencies: (1) 1.7. (2) 1.7. (3) 1.7. (4) 2.2.
- CLOs align with the following CPTEA Educational Outcomes: (1) 3.3. (2) 3.3. (3) 3.1. (4) 6.1.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 8
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 37
Total Hours: 45
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 37
Total Hours: 45
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, independent study, lab
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B (72%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Lab Work |
85% |
Compounding labs |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
15% |
Compounding lab assessment |
Course topics
- 1. Non-sterile compounding formulas
- 2. Non-sterile compounding technique
- 3. Non-sterile compounding equipment
- 4. Non-sterile compounding references and resources
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.