Recommended Pharmacy Technician Course Sequence/Academic Planning
The Pharmacy Technician courses are organized in 3 blocks as shown below. Students
may begin with
either Block A or Block B–whichever is available upon completing prerequisites–but
must complete
both Blocks A and B before continuing with Block C. Block A and Block B classes are
offered in
alternating quarters during Fall, Winter, and Spring.
Block A
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AHE 100 | Career and College Success: Healthcare | 3.0 |
| AHE 115 | AHE Healthcare Provider: CPR | 1.0 |
| AHE 170 | Orientation to Pharmacy Practice | 2.0 |
| AHE 172 | Pharmacy Terminology | 3.0 |
| AHE 173 | Applied Pharmacology I | 5.0 |
| AHE 177 | Over the Counter Drugs | 2.0 |
Block B
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AHE 174 | Applied Pharmacology II | 5.0 |
| AHE 175 | Pharmaceutical Calculations | 3.0 |
| AHE 176 | Prescription Processing | 5.0 |
Block C
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AHE 171 | Pharmacy Law and Ethics | 2.0 |
| AHE 178 | IV Preparations and Aseptic Technique | 4.0 |
| AHE 191 | Pharmacy Clinical | 8.0 |
The advisors for this program are:
Brent Leithauser Program Director | brent.leithauser@edmonds.edu | 425.640.1369
Cathy Dominguez | cathy.dominguez@edmonds.edu| 425.640.1242
**You may also call the Allied Health Department 425.640.1017 for any questions or concerns.