Detailed Exam Domain CoveragePatient Assessment (19%)Obtaining accurate patient demographic informationDetermining patient eligibility for pharmacy services and benefitsAssisting patients with obtaining medicationsMaintaining patient confidentialityPharmacy Law and Regulations (15%)Understanding federal and state laws governing pharmacy practiceMaintaining patient privacy and confidentialityReporting controlled substance diversion or useComplying with HIPAA regulationsPharmacy Operations (17%)Maintaining accurate and complete patient profilesReceiving, processing, and filling prescriptionsStocking pharmacy and managing inventoryMaintaining records and reportsPatient Safety and Health Promotion (19%)Recognizing and reporting errors or near missesMaintaining a clean and organized work environmentIdentifying and reporting potential health risksPromoting patient engagement in medication managementMedication Safety and Handling (19%)Counting and verifying medications and suppliesMaintaining the integrity of inventoryHandling, storing, and disposing of medications and suppliesManaging inventory and conducting cycle countsPharmacies and Pharmaceutical Services (11%)Maintaining pharmacy workflow and productivityProviding customer service and supportManaging patient inquiries and complaintsMaintaining professional relationships with pharmacists and staffClinical Knowledge (20%)Assisting with compounding medications and preparationsIdentifying and addressing drug therapy issuesAssessing patients
What you'll learn
Understand patient assessment processes
Grasp pharmacy law and regulations
Manage pharmacy operations effectively
Ensure medication safety and handling
Promote patient engagement in medication management
Course objectives
Equip students with the knowledge needed to successfully pass the PTCB exam
Foster skills in patient assessment and safety promotion
Prepare students to handle pharmacy laws and operations