PHAR 100NC is a non-credit, certificate refresher course which has been designed for pharmacists who wish to return to community pharmacy practice after an absence from practice for three or more years.

The course consists of three modules, all of which have been approved for American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE) continuing education credits. The first two modules are completely online and composed of weekly study segments that allow you to work on your own, at your own pace. The third module consists of a three-week, 90-hour 'live' experience in a community pharmacy. The Connecticut Pharmacy Association (CPA) will assist in sourcing a pharmacy at which you will complete the module.

You must complete all three course modules in order to earn the Pharmacist Refresher Course Certificate. Should you opt to participate in Modules One and/or Two, only, for personal enrichment, you will earn ACPE credits through CPA.

Module Descriptions

PHAR 100NC Module One addresses the most commonly prescribed drugs, the most commonly used over-the-counter (OTC) medications, nutritional supplements, and herbal products. Focus is on the "Top 200" drugs and the disease states for which they are used. This module is accessible for eight weeks and should take approximately 50 hours to complete.

PHAR 100NC Module Two addresses pharmacy law, third party issues, and prescription processing with a focus on safe prescription practices. The module is accessible for a six-week period and should take approximately 45 hours to complete.

PHAR 100NC Module Three is a supervised, three-week, 90 contact hour, hands-on practicum in a community pharmacy setting. You will incorporate knowledge acquired from Modules One and Two with experience gained from Module Three to provide effective counseling and safe dispensing practices.

A current pharmacist license, professional liability insurance and health and disability insurance are required to participate in Module Three.

Course Registration

You do not need to apply to, or matriculate (enroll) with, Charter Oak State College in order to take these non-credit courses. To register, visit the Course Registration page and select "Pharmacy" from the Department drop down list, then click on the Search button, and select the course from the list.

Tuition

NOTE:  In addition to the above tuition, a one-time, non-refundable, course registration fee will be charged at the time of registration for Module One.