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Pharmacy Technology: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

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The History of Pharmacy

  • 1.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions1.1.1

  • 1.2

    Understand the profession of pharmacy through 4 historical perspectives

    1. 1.

      List/describe 4 historical periods: Traditional/Ancient Era; Scientific/Empiric Era; Clinical/Industrialization Era; Pharmaceutical Care/Patient Care Era1.2.1

  • 1.3

    Identify historical figures in pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Identify historical figures and their contributions to pharmacy: Hippocrates, Galen, Aristotle, Mithridates1.3.1

The Profession of Pharmacy

  • 2.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions2.1.1

  • 2.2

    Identify professional organizations associated with pharmacy

    1. 1.

      List the education requirements to be a pharmacist and a pharmacy technician2.2.1

    2. 2.

      List the career opportunities for a pharmacist and a pharmacy technician2.2.2

    3. 3.

      Describe the work environment of a pharmacist and a pharmacy technician2.2.3

    4. 4.

      Apply professional conduct and communication in a pharmacy environment2.2.4

  • 2.3

    Identify professional organizations associated with pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Identify the most common pharmacy organizations: American Association of Pharmacy Technicians; National Pharmacy Technician Association; American Pharmacists Association; American Society of Health System Pharmacists; The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board2.3.1

  • 2.4

    Understand code of ethics related to pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate code of ethics for pharmacy technicians2.4.1

Pharmacy Terminology

  • 3.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions3.1.1

  • 3.2

    Identify common abbreviations and symbols used in pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Interpret abbreviations and symbols used in pharmacy3.2.1

  • 3.3

    Distinguish between brand/trade name and generic drug names

    1. 1.

      Identify and pronounce brand/trade names and generic drug names correctly3.3.1

  • 3.4

    Identify pharmacy terminology

    1. 1.

      Identify and explain pharmaceutical terms such as prefixes, suffixes, and root words in their proper context3.4.1

    2. 2.

      Interpret prescription orders using pharmacy terminology3.4.2

  • 3.5

    Identify professional jargon in pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Identify professional jargon in pharmacy and its use within the proper context3.5.1

Pharmacy Law and Safety

  • 4.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions4.1.1

  • 4.2

    Discuss various laws related to pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Identify and distinguish between state and federal regulations: Controlled Substance Act and their five schedules, Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, Drug Listing Act, Durham-Humphrey Amendment, HIPAA, Kefauver-Harris Amendment, Poison Prevention Packaging Act4.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify the federal agencies that regulate pharmacy: DEA, FDA, OSHA,4.2.2

    3. 3.

      Identify pharmacy related legal terms4.2.3

    4. 4.

      Identify violations and penalties of pharmacy law4.2.4

  • 4.3

    Examine infection control techniques: disenfecting, handwashing, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), safe operation of equipment, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), sterilization, universal precautions

    1. 1.

      Identify and demonstrate infection control techniques and safety guidelines4.3.1

    2. 2.

      Use safety guidelines for pharmacy technicians4.3.2

Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration

  • 5.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions5.1.1

  • 5.2

    Define and differentiate dosage form and route of administration

    1. 1.

      Identify various dosage forms used in pharmacy5.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify various routes of administration5.2.2

    3. 3.

      Examine techniques for routes of administration and their advantages and disadvantages5.2.3

Retail/Community Pharmacy

  • 6.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Identify how prescriptions are received, processed, and checked

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate how prescriptions are prepared and dispensed6.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate how prescriptions are packaged and delivered6.2.2

  • 6.3

    Describe how prescriptions are dated, numbered, and labeled

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate process for dating, numbering and labeling prescriptions6.3.1

    2. 2.

      Identify requirements for refilling prescriptions6.3.2

  • 6.4

    Analyze parts of a prescription stock label

    1. 1.

      Identify parts of a stock label: storage/handling requirements, expiration date and lot number, package size, NDC number, brand name, generic name, dosage form, strength per unit dose, legend label, and manufacturer6.4.1

  • 6.5

    Understand the importance of the NDC numbers

    1. 1.

      Identify parts of an NDC number: Manufacturer, product, pack size6.5.1

    2. 2.

      Understand the role of the NDC number in preventing medication errors6.5.2

  • 6.6

    Understand organizational structure in retail pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Identify organizational structure in retail pharmacy6.6.1

Hospital Pharmacy

  • 7.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions7.1.1

  • 7.2

    Identify how medication orders are received, processed, and checked in a hospital

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate how medication orders are prepared and dispensed7.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate how medication orders are packaged and delivered7.2.2

  • 7.3

    Describe how medication orders are dated, numbered, and labeled in a hospital

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate process for dating, numbering and labeling prescriptions7.3.1

  • 7.4

    Analyze parts of medication containers

    1. 1.

      Identify parts of a medication container: Unit dose, IV bags, syringe, floor stock, cart fill7.4.1

  • 7.5

    Understand organizational structure in a hospital pharmacy

    1. 1.

      Identify organizational structure in a hospital pharmacy7.5.1

Compounding

  • 8.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions8.1.1

  • 8.2

    Analyze the components of equipment used in compounding

    1. 1.

      Identify the equipment and procedures used for compounding8.2.1

  • 8.3

    Explain the various techniques used in compounding

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the proper techniques for measuring, weighing, and compounding medications8.3.1

Pharmacy Math

  • 9.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions9.1.1

  • 9.2

    Examine four units of measurement: apothecary, avoirdupois, household, and metric systems

    1. 1.

      Identify and convert four units of measurement in: temperature, time, volume, and weight9.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify use of percentages, ratios, and proportions in pharmacy9.2.2

    3. 3.

      Apply use of fractions and decimals in pharmacy9.2.3

  • 9.3

    Identify use of military time

    1. 1.

      Convert standard time to military time9.3.1

  • 9.4

    Examine Clark's rules and Young's rules

    1. 1.

      Identify Clark's rules and Young's rules and their uses in pediatric doses9.4.1

  • 9.5

    Examine body surface area

    1. 1.

      Identify body surface area in calculating doses9.5.1

Pharmacology

  • 10.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions10.1.1

  • 10.2

    Examine medications and drug classes

    1. 1.

      Identify medications10.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify the most common drug classes as they relate to medical conditions and body systems10.2.2

Pharmacy Operations

  • 11.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions11.1.1

  • 11.2

    Discuss the 3 main types of purchasing

    1. 1.

      Identify independent, group, and time purchasing11.2.1

  • 11.3

    Explains cost analysis and cost control

    1. 1.

      Identify cost analysis and cost control11.3.1

  • 11.4

    Describe the products reviewing process

    1. 1.

      Identify the steps invovled when medications and products are received in hospital or retail pharmacies11.4.1

  • 11.5

    Discuss the main components involved in a modern record keeping system

    1. 1.

      Identify the 3 main components of a modern record keeping system11.5.1

  • 11.6

    Describe various examples of medical insurance coverage

    1. 1.

      List and describe the 3 main types of insurances: private, managed care programs, government plans11.6.1

Career and Technical Student Organizations (SkillsUSA / HOSA)

  • 12.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions12.1.1

  • 12.2

    Outline a self-assessment and identify individual learning styles

    1. 1.

      Show individual strengths12.2.1

    2. 2.

      Show areas in need of improvement12.2.2

  • 12.3

    Describe self-motivation techniques and establish short-term goals

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of short-term goals12.3.1

    2. 2.

      Discuss ways to change or improve lifestyle appearance and behavior12.3.2

  • 12.4

    Give examples of individual time-management skills

    1. 1.

      Prepare and maintain a time journal12.4.1

    2. 2.

      Outline ways to improve time management skills12.4.2

  • 12.5

    Predict future occupations

    1. 1.

      Research the Internet to explore for career opportunities within specified fields of12.5.1

    2. 2.

      Prepare a presentation on a specified career area12.5.2

  • 12.6

    Identify the customer

    1. 1.

      Differentiate between external and internal customers12.6.1

    2. 2.

      Identify factors which contribute to poor customer relationships12.6.2

  • 12.7

    Identify the benefits of doing a community service project

    1. 1.

      Outline ways to become involved in the community12.7.1

    2. 2.

      Develop a community service project12.7.2

  • 12.8

    Describe effective communication with others

    1. 1.

      Note personal barriers to listening12.8.1

    2. 2.

      Relate a personal plan to overcome barriers to listening12.8.2

  • 12.9

    Give locations for a shadowing activity

    1. 1.

      Summarize and relate an experience of job shadowing activity12.9.1

  • 12.10

    Identify the components of an employment portfolio

    1. 1.

      Present parts of a portfolio12.10.1

    2. 2.

      Compile a personal employment portfolio for an interview12.10.2

  • 12.11

    List proficiency in program competencies

    1. 1.

      Construct an interpersonal competency assessment12.11.1

  • 12.12

    Describe how to measure/modify short-term goals

    1. 1.

      Discuss how to pursue short-term goal(s)12.12.1

  • 12.13

    Identify stress sources

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of personal sources of stress12.13.1

    2. 2.

      Outline techniques to cope with individual sources of stress12.13.2

  • 12.14

    Identify characteristics of a positive image

    1. 1.

      List behaviors and traits that lead to a positive image12.14.1

    2. 2.

      Note behaviors and traits that lead to a negative image12.14.2

  • 12.15

    Describe how team skills can be applied to a group project

    1. 1.

      Form a team to develop a class project12.15.1

    2. 2.

      Prepare a critique of the meeting attended12.16.2

  • 12.17

    List business meeting skills

    1. 1.

      Relate the basic rules required to ensure an orderly and business-like meeting12.17.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate with role-playing to illustrate appropriate meeting skills12.17.2

  • 12.18

    Outline a survey for employment opportunities

    1. 1.

      Compile information on a particular employment opportunity of interest12.18.1

    2. 2.

      Perform an internet search of a specific career area12.18.2

  • 12.19

    Select a professional journal for review and develop a three to five minute

    1. 1.

      Prepare a presentation on the content, purpose, and distribution of a particular professional journal12.19.1

  • 12.20

    Identify customer expectations

    1. 1.

      List customer expectations12.20.1

    2. 2.

      Discover the consequences of unmet customer expectations12.20.2

  • 12.21

    List parts of a job application

    1. 1.

      Prepare a job application from various businesses in the community12.21.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate a mock job interview12.21.2

  • 12.22

    Outline your employment portfolio

    1. 1.

      Construct a personal employment portfolio12.22.1

  • 12.23

    Identify supervisory and management roles in an organization

    1. 1.

      Prepare an organizational chart12.23.1

    2. 2.

      Outline the responsibilities of managers and supervisors12.23.2

  • 12.24

    Outline safety issues

    1. 1.

      Research safety issues within a given career area12.24.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2010
Where can I read the official document?
Pharmacy Technology

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