Curriculum Outline

• Orientation to Medication
• Pharmacodynamics
• Fundamentals of Medication Therapy
• Measurement and Dosage Calculations
• Routine Responsibilities
• Relationship of Body Systems and Drugs
• Medications and the Elderly
• Clinical Performance
• Evaluation

Course Objectives

• To provide basic knowledge of the structure and function of the hman body and the relationship of drug effects on a specific body system.
• To create an awareness of the physical and emotional changes associated with the aging process.
• To provide a basic knowledge of drugs, their actions, uses, and desired and adverse effects.
• To assist the student to develop knowledge and skill in preparing, administering, and recording specific medications.
• To provide knowledge of medical terminology, recognized abbreviations and symbols relative to drug therapy.
• To create an awareness of the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in drug administration.

Course Length

• 40 hours theory with modules utilizing step approach
• 8 hours classroom lab with competency testing as validated by use of skills sheets
• 32 hours, in consecutive 8 hour blocks, of practical experience with one-to-one supervision

Will work under supervision within the facility.