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PHAR 1204: Pharmacy Communications 2 

Effective date

May 2022 

Department

Pharmacy Technician 

School

Health Sciences 
 




Description

This course continues the study of interpersonal and communication skills required to work effectively in a pharmacy setting. Conflict resolution, problem solving and issues pertaining to harassment and discrimination are discussed. Other topics include medication history and reconciliation, employment preparation and professional development. This course is part of the full-time Pharmacy Technician Program. 

Credits

1.5 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

PHAR 1104. 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Total Hours: 30
 

Instructional Strategies

Lecture, independent study, group discussion, group work, role-play, case studies, journal
Delivery: full-time 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

10 

Assertiveness and Conflict Management 

Assignments 

Problem Solving 

Assignments 

20 

Medication History and Reconciliation 

Assignments 

20 

Employment Preparation 

Assignments 

25 

Professional Development Plan 

Assignments 

20 

Reflective Journal 

Course topics

Learning resources

Resources are items that the student is responsible for purchasing. Resource information will be supplied by the department/instructor. 

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.
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