Introduction to Pharmacy Practice - PHRM 1000

Explore the history of pharmacy practice.  Discover the role and scope of practice of the pharmacy technician within the Canadian health-care system. Examine health promotion and primary health care in relation to medication use. Explore the use of critical thinking in pharmacy practice. Learn the fundamentals of pharmacy practice related to drug development and manufacturing, drug stability, drug formulations and uses, and safe medication practices. This course also introduces you to lifelong learning through reflective practice and has a mentorship component.

Note: Restricted to Pharmacy Technician.


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton
Fall Aug. 31 - Dec. 16, 2026 Fri: 06:00 - 09:00 pm
 42519 E01 No
The course has a mixture of online and in-person instruction.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton
Fall Aug. 31 - Dec. 16, 2026 Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 42518 BL01 No
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 20, 2027 Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 12589 BL01 No

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