Pharmacy Technician Essentials
This course is part of Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals Specialization.
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
Understand pharmacy organization functions and operations
Master pharmacy technician roles and responsibilities
Learn common drugs, routes, and formulations
Develop pharmacy software and prescription processing skills
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.4 Hours PreRecorded video
20 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
Shareable certificate
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course provides an essential foundation for aspiring pharmacy technicians. Students learn about different pharmacy settings, common medications and their uses, drug routes and formulations, and pharmacy management software. The curriculum covers prescription processing, medication preparation, storage, and distribution. Through practical instruction, students gain hands-on experience with pharmacy equipment and software while learning critical terminology and regulations.
Module 1
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Module 2
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Module 3
Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete
Module 4
Module 4 · 4 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals Specialization
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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