Pharmacy Dosages and Prescriptions Essentials
Master pharmacy calculations, prescription processing, and medication measurement techniques. Essential pharmacy tech skills.
Master pharmacy calculations, prescription processing, and medication measurement techniques. Essential pharmacy tech skills.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Verify medication orders and calculate proper dosages
Prepare and package medications accurately
Apply pharmacology and documentation knowledge
Master pharmacy calculation methods
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.7 Hours PreRecorded video
13 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course focuses on essential pharmacy dosage calculations and prescription handling. Students learn various calculation methods including dimensional analysis, ratios, and formulas for both adult and pediatric dosages. The curriculum covers tablet, capsule, and liquid medication preparation, along with proper measurement techniques and safety protocols. Through practical instruction, students develop skills in prescription interpretation, medication measurement, and pharmaceutical calculations.
Module 1
Module 1 · 5 Hours to complete
Module 2
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Module 3
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Module 4
Module 4 · 4 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructor
Pharmacy Education Expert and Program Management Specialist
Dr. Sherrie Moore serves as Pharmacy Technician Program Director at MedCerts, bringing over 18 years of experience in pharmacy practice and education. Her academic credentials include a Doctor of Pharmacy from Western University of Health Science and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from UCLA. Through her Coursera courses in pharmacy technology, she helps students understand pharmaceutical principles and practices while preparing for certification. Her expertise spans multiple pharmacy settings, including inpatient pharmacy, community pharmacy, and long-term care facilities. As Program Director, she oversees educational planning, implementation, and evaluation while ensuring compliance with state standards and ASHP criteria. Her teaching methodology emphasizes practical skills development combined with thorough theoretical understanding, preparing students for success in pharmacy careers. Her leadership focuses on enhancing program quality and student outcomes while maintaining rigorous educational standards in pharmacy technician training.
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