This course emphasizes principles and concepts of structure-function relationships in major biomolecules and human metabolism. This course includes lectures and workshops which utilize small group discussions focusing on clinical case studies to illustrate principles of clinical biochemistry and application to the practice of pharmacy.

Credits: 2.5

This course emphasizes human nutrition along with cell and molecular biology. This course includes lectures and workshops which utilize small group discussions focusing on clinical case studies to illustrate principles of clinical biochemistry and application to the practice of pharmacy.

Credits: 3.5

Changes in our healthcare delivery system are creating a growing demand for health professionals with skills in collaboration and teamwork. This course will describe the roles and responsibilities of the various healthcare disciplines and introduce the One Health concept. It will also provide students from different health professions the opportunity to interact with one another and with simulated patients. This collaboration will promote communication using a team-based approach to care for humans, animals, and the environment.

Credits: 1

This course will provide students, working in interprofessional teams, opportunities to learn and provide integrated, patient-centered care in the development of therapeutic care plans using a team-based approach. Active learning techniques and interprofessional learning will be used to enhance the education of learners to effectively engage in problem solving and communication activities that address current health related issues in the care of humans, animals, and the environment.

Prerequisite: CORED 1599B Interprofessional Education I

Credits: 1

This course presents basic aspects of the body's defense mechanisms. Current advances in immunotherapy and immunoprophylaxis are emphasized. The role the immune system plays in rejection of organ transplants, autoimmunity, and hypersensitivity are also discussed.

Credits: 2

This is an integrated course that consists of didactic lectures, "bug quizzes," and homework based on online self-study assignments. A basic knowledge of infectious agents and clinical microbiology is provided so that students can understand etiological agents, relevant diseases, and the clinical signs and symptoms of those diseases based on the organ system. Emphasis is placed on understanding the interaction between the host and pathogenic microorganisms including epidemiology.

Credits: 3

This course showcases the foundational principles and roles of both biotechnology and pharmacogenomics as it relates to drug therapy selection for disease state management. An overview of the physiochemical properties of functional groups found in drug molecules is presented, including a drug structure evaluation process to predict the acid/base character, solubility contribution, biological target interactions, and metabolic transformations for each functional group.

Prerequisites: BIOCD 1556 Biochemistry I and concurrent enrollment in BIOCD 1557 Biochemistry II*(course applies only to matriculants in summer 2021)

Credits: 2.5

This course introduces basic biotechnology and pharmacogenomic concepts, Laboratory Values, Pediatric and Geriatric Populations, Measuring Renal Function, and provides a review of the functional groups found in drug molecules and their properties. Intersplicing these disciplines, mimics what occurs in the Integrated Sequence courses. Key to your success is learning the language/terminology associated with biotechnology, pharmacogenomics, pharmacotherapeutics, and medicinal chemistry and applying that knowledge to the drugs and disease states presented in the integrated sequence courses.

Prerequisites:: BIOCD 1556 Biochemistry I and concurrent enrollment in BIOCD 1557 Biochemistry II*(course applies only to matriculants in or after summer 2022)

Credits: 3.5

The Integrated Sequence is a series of 10 modular 5-10 week courses that utilizes an organ-systems approach. Each module incorporates the principles of pathophysiology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics to teach the safe, effective, and evidence-based use of drugs.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites for PHIDD 1501 Integrated Sequence I, 5.5 credits (summer 2021 matriculants only); 4.5 credits (matriculants in or after summer 2022): PHYSD 1524 Human Physiology I, PHYSD 1525 Human Physiology II, BIOCD 1556 Biochemistry I, BIOCD 1557 Biochemistry IIPrerequisite for PHIDD 1502 Integrated Sequence II, 4.5 credits: PHIDD 1501 Integrated Sequence IPrerequisites for PHIDD 1503 Integrated Sequence III, 4.5 credits: PHIDD 1502 Integrated Sequence IIPrerequisite for PHIDD 1606 Integrated Sequence VI, 4.5 credits: PHIDD 1605 Integrated Sequence VPrerequisite for PHIDD 1607 Integrated Sequence VII, 4.5 credits: MICRD 1620 Infectious Diseases and Their Etiologic AgentsPrerequisite for PHIDD 1608 Integrated Sequence VIII, 5 credits: PHIDD 1607 Integrated Sequence VIIPrerequisite for PHIDD 1609 Integrated Sequence IX, 5 credits: PHIDD 1608 Integrated Sequence VIIIPrerequisite for PHIDD 1710 Integrated Sequence X, 5 credits: PHIDD 1609 Integrated Sequence IX

Credits: PHIDD 1504: 4.5 and PHIDD 1605: 5

This course provides core knowledge of physiology in order to understand normal body function and to acquire the ability to analyze and interpret immediate and long-term compensatory responses to common disease states of excitable cells, cardiovascular, and nervous systems. Basic and applied terminology as well as the basic morphology of systems are discussed, and the relationship between anatomy and function of the systems considered is included.

Credits: 3.5

This course provides core knowledge of physiology in order to understand normal body function and to acquire the ability to analyze and interpret immediate and long-term compensatory responses to common disease states of respiratory, renal, acid‐base, endocrine, reproductive and gastrointestinal systems. Basic and applied terminology as well as the basic morphology of systems are discussed, and the relationship between anatomy and function of the systems considered is included.

Credits: 3.5

This course will introduce students to the practice of pharmacy in health-systems. The use, preparation, distribution and regulation of medications will be described. An emphasis will be placed on sterile compounding and hazardous parenteral medications. Students will be introduced to health-system pharmacy operations, the medication use system, technology (including electronic health records) and principles of safety and quality.

Credits: 2.5

In this course students will understand concepts related to cultural care through self-awareness, cultural sensitivity, cultural adaptability, and respect for others. This course will also focus on key public health concepts related to the role of pharmacists in disease prevention, health promotion, and health equity. Concepts of health disparities, social determinants of health, health belief models, health literacy, and constructs of culturally competent care will be introduced to promote equitable healthcare delivery for all.

Credits: 1

In this course, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to provide immunization services to patients through self-study, lectures, workshop and simulation. The course incorporates APhA’s Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery certificate training program to prepare students to provide care that promotes disease prevention and public health.

Credits: 1

This course describes elements and forces affecting the organization, delivery, and financing of health care services in the United States. It explores major historical, social, economic, and political aspects of our health care system. Strengths and weaknesses of the system, including possible options for mitigating the latter, are identified.

Credits: 3

This four-course sequence is designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to maximize patient and population health outcomes through the management of pharmacy services and promotion of optimal medication use. Students will participate in hands-on activities and complete projects related to literature evaluation, pharmacy service development, practice evaluation, and quality improvement.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for PPRAD 1632 Pharmacy Practice Development and Evaluation II, 3 credits: PPRAD 1561 Pharmacy Practice Development and Evaluation IPrerequisite for PPRAD 1633 Pharmacy Practice Development and Evaluation III, 3 credits: PPRAD 1632 Pharmacy Practice Development and Evaluation IIPrerequisite for PPRAD 1634 Pharmacy Practice Development and Evaluation IV, 2 credits: PPRAD 1633 Pharmacy Practice Development and Evaluation III

Credits: PPRAD 1561: 2.5

In this course sequence, students will develop knowledge and skills necessary for the practice of pharmacy through lectures, workshop, simulation, self-assessment, and self-study. Using principles of patient assessment, physical assessment, medication administration, and knowledge of drug therapy and devices, these courses develop skills in communication and optimization of drug therapy through the steps of the pharmacists’ patient care process.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for PPRAD 1572 Clinical Skills Development II, 3.5 credits: PPRAD 1571 Clinical Skills Development IPrerequisites for PPRAD 1573 Clinical Skills Development III, 2 credits: PPRAD 1572 Clinical Skills Development II and concurrent enrollment in PHIDD 1501 Integrated Sequence IPrerequisites for PPRAD 1574 Clinical Skills Development IV, 2 credits: PHIDD 1502 Integrated Sequence II, PPRAD 1573 Clinical Skills Development III, and concurrent enrollment in PHIDD 1504 Integrated Sequence IVPrerequisites for PPRAD 1675 Clinical Skills Development V, 2 credits: PPRAD 1574 Clinical Skills Development IV and concurrent enrollment in PHIDD 1605 Integrated Sequence VPrerequisites for PPRAD 1676 Clinical Skills Development VI, 2 credits: PPRAD 1675 Clinical Skills Development V and concurrent enrollment in PHIDD 1606 Integrated Sequence VIPrerequisites for PPRAD 1677 Clinical Skills Development VII, 2 credits: PHIDD 1607 Integrated Sequence VII, PPRAD 1676 Clinical Skills Development VI, concurrent enrollment in PHIDD 1608 Integrated Sequence VIII and PHIDD 1609 Integrated Sequence IXPrerequisite for PPRAD 1778 Clinical Skills VIII, 2 credits: PPRAD 1677 Clinical Skills Development VII

Credits: PPRAD 1571: 3.5

This experience provides an opportunity for students to participate in basic patient care and distribution services in a community practice setting. Students gain experience in community pharmacy practice including the areas of professional communication, drug information, patient counseling for prescription and OTC medications, medication distribution, extemporaneous products, and application of federal and state pharmacy laws.

Credits: 6

This experience provides students an opportunity to participate in basic patient care and distribution services in a health system setting. Students will gain practical experience in health systems including the areas of professional and patient communication, medication order processing and verification, medication reconciliation, medication error prevention, medication distribution systems, sterile product preparation, hospital formulary management, interprofessional activities, and application of federal and state pharmacy laws.

Credits: 6

This course provides an examination of the laws and ethical concepts guiding pharmacy practice. Relevant federal, state, and local laws, as well as their associated rules and regulations, affecting pharmacy practice will be reviewed in detail. Case law and scenarios will be discussed in class to assist students in applying the law to practice.

Credits: 3

This course focuses on the application of pharmacokinetic principles for the purpose of optimizing drug therapy. Lectures and workshops are used to teach the following principles: effects of disease and drug-drug interactions on pharmacokinetic parameters, initial loading and maintenance dosage regimen calculations, dosage adjustment for linear and nonlinear drugs, interplay between pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, effects of extracorporeal elimination, and interpretation of serum drug concentrations. This is an integrated course that consists of didactic lectures, "bug quizzes," and homework based on online self-study assignments. A basic knowledge of infectious agents and clinical microbiology is provided so that students can understand etiological agents, relevant diseases, and the clinical signs and symptoms of those diseases based on the organ system. Emphasis is placed on understanding the interaction between the host and pathogenic microorganisms including epidemiology.

Prerequisites: PSCID 1520 Pharmaceutical Calculations, PSCID 1533 Introduction to Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics

Credits: 3

This course reviews pharmacy-related concepts and clinical reasoning skills to prepare them to be successful, competent pharmacists that are able to contribute meaningfully to the profession. Topics covered will systematically address the NAPLEX® Competency Statements: Obtain, Interpret, or Assess Data, Medical, or Patient Information; Identify Drug Characteristics; Develop or Manage Treatment Plans; Perform Calculations; Compound, Dispense, or Administer Drugs, or Manage Delivery Systems; Develop or Manage Practice or Medication-Use Systems to Ensure Safety and Quality.

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in APPE coursework

Credits: 4

This experience will enable students to develop their skills and gain experience in a variety of patient-oriented services in community practice. In addition to medication dispensing, students will focus on drug therapy assessment and intervention, identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems, education, and communication with patients and other healthcare professionals. Students may participate in additional services such as extemporaneous compounding, administration of immunizations, health screenings, and medication therapy and disease state management.

Prerequisites: Completion of all required didactic coursework and 9 hours of electives

Credits: 9

This practice experience will enable students to develop their skills and gain experience in institutional practice or other system of integrated pharmacy services. Emphasis is placed on systems to promote safe and effective medication use to optimize patient outcomes. In addition to medication order processing, preparation, and distribution, students will focus on drug-use decision-making processes, individual patient drug therapy monitoring, formulary management, and communication with patients and other healthcare professionals.

Prerequisites: Completion of all required didactic coursework and 9 hours of electives

Credits: 9

This practice experience will enable students to develop their skills and gain experience related to practice in a specific clinical specialty. Emphasis will be placed on participating in an interprofessional healthcare team, drug therapy assessment and intervention, patient care activities, and monitoring of outcomes in various patient populations. In addition, students will participate in drug therapy interventions, identify drug related problems, develop therapeutic care plans, and effectively communicate with patients and other healthcare professionals.

Prerequisites: Completion of all required didactic coursework and 9 hours of electives

Credits: 9

This practice experience will enable students to develop their skills and gain experience related to practice in a specific clinical specialty. Emphasis will be placed on participating in an interprofessional healthcare team, drug therapy assessment and intervention, patient care activities, and monitoring of outcomes in various patient populations. In addition, students will participate in drug therapy interventions, identify drug related problems, develop therapeutic care plans, and effectively communicate with patients and other healthcare professionals.

Prerequisites: Completion of all required didactic coursework and 9 hours of electives

Credits: 9

This is an experience where students will gain an adequate breadth of knowledge, skills, and experiences specific to their chosen elective area. Pharmacy students may select from a list of electives with a variety of experiences such as an additional patient care elective (when available), industry, managed care pharmacy, academia, or pharmacy administration.

Prerequisites: Completion of all required didactic coursework and 9 hours of electives

Credits: 9

This practice experience will enable students to develop their skills and gain experience related to general medicine in an acute care setting. Emphasis is placed on participating in an interprofessional healthcare team, drug therapy assessment, patient care activities, and monitoring of outcomes in various patient populations. In addition, students will participate in drug therapy interventions, identify drug related problems, develop therapeutic care plans, and effectively communicate with patients and other healthcare professionals.

Prerequisites: Completion of all required didactic coursework and 9 hours of electives

Credits: 9

This course focuses on the pharmaceutical and clinical calculations that are critical to the safe and effective delivery of medications. The course prepares students to use calculations in pharmacy practice. The course covers calculations involving applications of concepts from arithmetic and algebra performed by pharmacists for compounding and dispensing of medications in a variety of practice settings.

Credits: 3

This course is designed to impart an understanding of the types and characteristics of pharmaceutical dosage forms, and the physico-chemical principles involved in design, development, formulation, preparation, and dispensing of dosage forms.

Credits: 3

This course is focused on discussing and learning to prepare various extemporaneously compounded dosage forms, while understanding and fulfilling all legal requirements.

Prerequisites: PSCID 1521 Physical Pharmacy and Dosage Forms, PSCID 1520 Pharmaceutical Calculations

Credits: 1

This course will discuss biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetic parameters. Topics covered include but are not limited to: mathematical descriptions of time course of drug absorption, distribution, and elimination; physicochemical properties of drugs and relevant physiologic factors that affect drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion; relationship between drug concentration and clinical responses; pharmacokinetic variability caused by differences in body weight, age, sex, genetic factors, diseases, and drug interactions; and applications of pharmacokinetics and pharmaceutics to clinical situations.

Prerequisites: PSCID 1521 Physical Pharmacy and Dosage Forms

Credits: 3.5