Develop the skills you need to work under a registered pharmacist and prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam. Topics include history of pharmacy practice; law and ethics; basic math skills; medical terminology specific to the pharmacy; reading and interpreting prescriptions; and defining drugs by generic and brand names. You will also study dosage calculations and conversions, IV flow rates, drug compounding, dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing, and reimbursement. This course includes practical lab instruction and supplies. (Cost of textbook included in course fee.) Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalency and passing of an online screening test
www.laguardia.edu/phtst/). Payment plan available. ND