Pharmacology for Medical Careers

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1 Pharmacology for Medical Careers 2013 Ohio Connections to Education Conference August 1, 2013 Columbus, Ohio Nick Milasnovich National Sales Manager

2 Pharmacology for Medical Careers (Pharmacy Technician Training Program) 2013 Ohio Connections to Education Conference August 1, 2013 Columbus, Ohio Nick Milasnovich National Sales Manager

3 Pharmacology for Medical Careers Prepares for or Supplements Careers in Following Health Professions: Medical doctor Pharmacist Physician assistant Registered nurse Nurse practitioner Licensed Practical Nurse Certified Nursing Assistant Pharmacy technician Free programs and training are available to teachers.

4 Why take the Pharmacology for Medical Careers Program? Teaches HSE students about pharmacy operations, identification of drugs, and prepares for technician jobs while still in high school. Schools districts are seeking CTE programs leading to state or national certification and containing option for end-of course testing. Provides a foundation of pharmacy operations and medications for all future medical careers. PMC graduates can become employed parttime as nationally certified pharm techs while working their way through medical school. Students completing a PMC program are ahead of their peers in postsecondary medical training.

5 Option for Pharmacy Technician Certification Remains! Duties: Pharmacy Technicians: Assist pharmacist with non-judgmental tasks; Count, pour, weigh, measure, and label; Master computer skills/keyboarding; Practice customer service skills; Use phone/communication skills. Medications must be checked by pharmacist before dispensing to patient.

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7 Program Structure PassAssured programs are accredited through the Texas Pharmacy Association by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Self-paced instruction for high school seniors, or adults Course can be completed in one or two semesters Teacher facilitates; does not lecture Allows high school or post-secondary graduation credit Classroom options: * Class within a class * Independent study * Distance learning * Self contained

8 PassAssured Program Capabilities On-line curriculum and testing question test bank each for curriculum testing and end-of program testing Four levels of testing Teacher releases tests to students Teacher can monitor student progress from any on-line computer. Teacher monitors and facilitates...tutors student when needed Messaging system via the program between teacher and student Upgraded curriculum with electronic flash cards and learning games

9 New Program Features Student job interview techniques Virtual concept No additional cost Ready now Future Changes Program being adapted to ipad! New virtual pharmacy prescription component under development Communication skills component under development Available for school year

10 PassAssured s Program Pharmacology for Medical Careers 240 Hour Curriculum that may be structured in a year long course Major sections: Orientation; Federal law; Medical Review; Aseptic Techniques; Calculations; Pharmacy Operations Contains the learning games of the Study Aids Electronic flash cards Top 200 Drugs Name Brands Generics Sigs Roman Numerals Abbreviations Contains Study Aids testing system

11 Ohio Pharmacy Technician Law/Rules Effective April 8, 2009: A qualified pharmacy technician means a person who is under the supervision of a pharmacist and to whom all the following apply: Be at least 18 years of age Possess a high school diploma Pass a criminal records check Pass a competency exam approved by the OHBOP

12 Ohio Pharmacy Technician Law/Rules (Continued) Effective September 21, 2009: The following are qualified pharmacy technician exams offered by a national pharmacy technician certification program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. The examination provided by National Healthcareer Association: Exam for Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) The Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE) provided by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) ptcb.org

13 National Pharmacy Technician Certification Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) The PTCB Examination contains 90 questions in three job function areas. 80 questions are graded. Requirements: High school diploma or its equivalent No felony conviction The examination fee is $129.00

14 National Healthcareer Association Examination for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) ExCPT Examination contains 110 questions in three job function areas. 100 questions are graded. Two hour exam. Requirements: High school diploma or GED No felony conviction, or crime related to controlled substances Examination fee: $105

15 Purchasing Sources School district/school purchases Parent purchases Fund raisers Pharmacy contributions Education foundations

16 PassAssured Ordering Information Pharmacology for Medical Careers or Pharmacy Technician Training Program $250 per student for one year license Free WebEx training for the educator (one hour in length) Free technical assistance for the educator during the year Free teacher program Dealer in Ohio is: Buckeye Educational Systems 150 Industrial Drive Lexington, Ohio Phone

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