Pharmacy Sciences

Using the same advanced equipment as industry professionals, students test and research drug treatments and interactions. Students also learn the skills required for multiple careers in this pathway, including those needed in retail, hospital, and medical center pharmacies.

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Prerequisites

Subject	Sophomore Year		Junior Year
	After 1st Semester	After 2nd Semester	After 1st Semester
English	1.5	1.5	2
Math	1	1.5	2
Science	.5	1	1.5
Social Studies	.5	1	1.5
Minimum Core Needed Includes credits from ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies, PLUS up to 1/2 credit Health, 1/2 credit Personal Finance , and 1 credit PE	5	6.5	8
Minimum Total Credits Needed	9	12	15
Additional Prerequisites Essential to Participation in this Program
C or higher in all science courses attempted Pass all math courses, of which at least .5 credits are algebra or geometry Algebra strongly recommended A SSN is required to take the Pharmacy Tech Licensure Exam

A pharmacy student poses with a pestle and mortar

Your School Supplies

Tools & Equipment

Uniform Requirements

Academic Materials

Credits & Certifications

High School Credit

College Credit

Missouri Baptist University, Dual Credit - up to 8 credits

College credit and certification are not guaranteed. Their attainment is dependent on student performance in both the course and on external industry assessments. All certifications are through external agencies and the accommodations permitted will vary from assessment to assessment. Additionally, students must participate in the full two years of the program to be potentially eligible for all certifications listed.

Certifications

PassAssured
Missouri Pharmacy Technician License
OSHA 10 hour Healthcare
BLS (Basic Life Support) stackable credentials

Core Essential Skills

Core Essential Skills

Core Essential Skills

Essential Processing Skills Needed for Success

Independently perform basic computer skills; for example manage passwords and access online platforms
Apply problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to follow simple and multi-step verbal and/or written instructions
Demonstrate willingness to ask for help
Ability to manage one’s time; for example, to complete an assignment/project within a given time frame
Ability to accept constructive feedback and adjust work accordingly
Adhere to and follow all program safety rules and expectations and assume personal responsibility for safety
Ability to manage the demands and organizational needs of attending 2 different schools
Understand and use basic math computations and algebra; including percentages, fractions, decimals, and standard units of measurement
Have a foundational knowledge of biology, including key concepts, vocabulary, and applications; student will take Anatomy and Physiology with this program
Attention to detail and precision
Ability to acquire and apply new vocabulary and Latin roots, including accurate spelling
Read and navigate materials at a postsecondary level, including textbooks and professional articles
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents (Technical reading)
Ability to communicate information effectively with peers and instructor while using technical terminology
Take initiative to start task(s) once instructions have been given
Willingness and ability to adhere to a professional dress code and/or uniform
Ability to learn and safely operate/use cutting tools and other sharp objects independently

Essential Physical Skills Needed for Success

Make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers, hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, or assemble
Ability to stand while working for periods of time

How will my time be spent?

Program Year	Classroom Time	Lab Time
CTE Year One	75 % or less	25% or more
CTE Year Two	25% - 50%	25% - 50%