PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

Program Information
 

Program Name          Diploma in Pharmacy Technician (Pharmaceutical sciences)

Target Population

 
High school graduates of science section.
 
 

Program Description

 
The Pharmacy Technician program is designed to help students to acquire the knowledge and skills required to perform the roles of supportive personnel for hospital and community pharmacies. The pharmacy technician perform a wide variety of non-discretionary pharmacy-related technical tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. These tasks include packaging, distribution, compounding, labeling and recording of drugs. By doing so, pharmacy technicians allow the pharmacist to concentrate on clinical services such as patient consultation, physician intervention, drug therapy analysis, and other clinical topics.
 
An important personal quality that is closely evaluated throughout the program is the student ability to work as part of a team and to interact successfully with colleagues and health-care personnel and pharmacy clients. Students will receive theoretical and practical training in the preparation and dispensing of medications. Training will also cover aseptic IV preparation, medication-order processing, inventories, packaging, compounding, dispensing computerized medication-order, and the use of computers and labeling facilities. Courses are taught by specialists holding post-graduate degrees and professional experiences in different fields of pharmaceutical sciences and practices.
 
Successful completion of the program qualifies the graduate for careers performing and managing the technical distributive functions in pharmacies and pharmacy-related industries.
 
 
Graduate/Job Titles
 
 
Pharmacy technician.
 
 
Department Entry Requirements
 

1. High school grade average of 75% for females and 70% for males
2. Admission priority is given to Kuwaiti nationals.
3. Pass personal interview

General Education Outcomes
 

 
 
External Standards
 
 

1. USA standard.
2. UK standard.
3. Faculty of Pharmacy, Kuwait University.
4. Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University.

Program Outcome

 
The program graduate will be able to:

• Obtain the knowledge and develop the skills needed to perform pharmacy-related functions and services under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Practice within the professional and legal parameters for the role of a Pharmacy Technician.
• Work effectively in a team setting.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply theory in a practical setting.
• Gain clinical experience in a variety of pharmacy and health care settings.
• Package and label drugs for prescription dispensing.

• Prepare and deliver unit dose drugs to the nursing services of hospitals or other health care facilities.
• Prepare parenteral admixtures under aseptic techniques and sterile conditions.
• Receive, monitor and inventory of pharmaceutical appliances, drugs and disposables, including expiry date monitoring.
• Assist in stock control and inventory.
• Maintain manual and computer records, including patient profiles.
• Create patient profiles, prescription order entry, and fill prescriptions with acceptable speed and accuracy.
• Compound solutions, ointments, lotions, suppositories and other medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Provide office services as needed in the pharmacy.

 
Core Abilities
 
1. Student has to act professionally.
Individuals who act professionally recognize an obligation to conform to the technical and ethical standards of their chosen career. Among the skills and attitudes of acting professionally are

• Taking responsibility for one's actions.
• Conforming to the technical standards of a profession.
• Conforming to the ethical standards of a profession.
• Practicing morally responsible behavior.
• Taking responsibility for staying up-to-date
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Exhibiting respect for people and property.
• Exhibiting a sense of global awareness.
• Displaying appearance appropriate for work environment.

2. Student has to communicate clearly.
Individuals who communicate clearly can apply appropriate writing, speaking, and listening skills to precisely convey information, ideas, and opinions. Among the skills and attitudes essential to communicating clearly are

• Speaking clearly so others can understand.
• Writing with clarity so others can understand.
• Selecting appropriate means to convey a message.
• Asking questions for clarification.
• Participating in discussions and group presentations.
• Interpreting nonverbal communications.
• Using active listening skills.
• Applying standards of spelling, English/Arabic grammar, and punctuation.

 
3. Student has to value learning.
Individuals who value learning maintain acquired knowledge and skills, acquire new knowledge and skills quickly, and adapt to technological and workplace changes. Among skills and attitudes essential to valuing effective learning are

• Assuming responsibility for lifelong learning.
• Identifying one's learning needs.
• Accessing appropriate resources for learning.
• Applying effective learning processes.
• Helping others to learn effectively.

 
4. Student has to work productively.
Individuals who work productively apply effective work habits and attitudes within a work setting. Among the skills and attitudes associated with working productively are

• Attending regularly and on time.
• Exhibiting organizational skills.
• Locating resources for problem solving.
• Displaying productive work ethic.
• Maintaining necessary knowledge and skills.
• Using effective/efficient processes.
• Using appropriate tools/technology.
• Showing self-direction in starting tasks.
• Demonstrating reliability.
• Following directions.
• Completing required tasks on time.

 
5. Student has to work cooperatively.
Individuals who work cooperatively can work with others to complete tasks, solve problems, resolve conflicts, provide information, and offer support. Among skills and attitudes essential to working cooperatively are

• Demonstrating respect for self and others.
• Contributing in group activity with ideas, suggestions, and effort.
• Completing one's share of tasks necessary to finish a group project.
• Maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for self/group.
• Displaying effective interpersonal skills.
• Resolving conflicts in a constructive manner.
• Seeking help when needed.
• Demonstrating ability to work with a diverse population.

 
6. Student has to solve Problems.
Individuals who solve problems can use all elements of problem solving strategies to generate realistic, practical, and workable solutions. Among skills and attitudes essential for solving problems are

• Using critical/creative thinking skills.
• Applying problem solving steps.
• Demonstrating open-mindedness.
• Evaluating alternatives when choosing a solution.
• Implementing solutions appropriately.
• Using research to solve problems.
• Using appropriate mathematical calculations.

            HealthSciences       :                       03             College

Pharmaceutical Sciences :           48           Section

Pharmaceutical Sciences :       034801      Major

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