Program Overview

Institutional Pharmacy Practice - PHRM 2022

Course Description

Explore the ways in which institutional pharmacy operations influence the work of pharmacy personnel and the function of drug distribution systems and pharmacy services. Study the issues that affect institutional pharmacy practice and the impact of technology and trends. Learn how federal and provincial legislation applies to institutional pharmacy services. In addition, you will learn about aseptic technique in the preparation of sterile products.

Course Details

Course Code

PHRM2022

Credits

4

Format and Length

• Lecture: 45 hours
• Lab: 15 hours

Prerequisites

• PHRM 1001
• PHRM 1002
• PHRM 1020

Restricted to

• Pharmacy Technician

Delivery Method

• In person: This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.

Schedule

Edmonton

• Spring 2025: May 5 - Jun. 27, 2025, Tue, Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am, Class: 20416, Section: A01
• Spring 2026: May 4 - Jun. 26, 2026, Tue, Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am, Class: 20483, Section: A01
• Spring 2026: May 4 - Jun. 24, 2026, Wed, Fri: 06:00 - 09:00 pm, Class: 20485, Section: E01

Admission Criteria

• To take this course, you must be enrolled in the Pharmacy Technician program.