Introduction to Pharmacy

Abstract

This subject is an introduction to the pharmacy profession and the roles and responsibilities of pharmacists in the Australian health care system. The regulatory framework governing pharmacists and their practice is explored through authentic examples of pharmacy practice. The subject introduces core pharmacy skills for supply and management of medicines … For more content click the Read More button below.

This subject is an introduction to the pharmacy profession and the roles and responsibilities of pharmacists in the Australian health care system. The regulatory framework governing pharmacists and their practice is explored through authentic examples of pharmacy practice. The subject introduces core pharmacy skills for supply and management of medicines and utilisation of evidence based health information, and provides a foundation for developing effective written and oral communication.

Syllabus

The role of the pharmacist in the health care team and as a primary health care provider;Introduction to the professional pharmacy environment: competency standards; registration and professional expectations of practice; professional practice standards and guidelines, codes of practice; ethical practice; professional organisations; the pharmacy workforce;Legislation relevant to the practice of … For more content click the Read More button below.

The role of the pharmacist in the health care team and as a primary health care provider;
Introduction to the professional pharmacy environment: competency standards; registration and professional expectations of practice; professional practice standards and guidelines, codes of practice; ethical practice; professional organisations; the pharmacy workforce;
Legislation relevant to the practice of pharmacy and medicines handling;
Supply of medicines - prescription and non-prescription medicines (classification, scheduling); legal requirements; prescription requirements (type, language); calculation of formulae and doses; compounding; utilising standard pharmaceutical references;
Patient factors influencing the provision of effective health and medicines management;
Communication skills development (oral and written); suitability of communication for audience; and
Academic skills - locating, evaluating and using evidence based health and medicines information.

Enrolment restrictions

Available only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Pharmacy course.

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 16 hours Details The workplace learning (2 days or approx 16 hours) is an observational experience in a community pharmacy. It is intended to facilitate understanding of the role of pharmacists and pharmacy practice, and observation and reflection on interactions between staff and clients in the pharmacy.

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory work integrated learning will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.