Courses & Units
Pharmacy Skills in Practice 3A CSA355
Introduction
Pharmacy Skills in Practice 3A focuses on the issues and concepts associated with professional pharmacy activities and clinical pharmacy practice. You will be introduced to a range of topics, including quality use of medicines, pharmaceutical care, patient counselling and communication skills, dispensing skills, medication adherence, prescription and non-prescription medication provision, legal aspects of pharmacy practice and other professional issues. The practical component covers prescription dispensing, identification and resolution of drug-related problems, and patient counselling.
The overall objective of the unit is for students to develop a good practical knowledge and understanding of pharmacy practice. Particular emphasis is placed on the integration of knowledge gained from all units within the pharmacy course and application of that knowledge to solve practice-related problems.
Summary
| Unit name | Pharmacy Skills in Practice 3A |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CSA355 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Doctor Felicity Veal |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse situations and utilise decision making skills when assessing professional, legal and ethical aspects of pharmacy practice.
- Identify and resolve drug related problems in the context of pharmacy practice.
- Dispense medicines, accurately and efficiently in accordance with legislative and accepted professional practice standards.
- Demonstrate appropriate communication skills, incorporating patient-centred care principles, in the management of acute illness and chronic disease.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the roles, efficacy and safety of complementary and alternative medicines
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060501 | $1,002.00 | $1,002.00 | not applicable | $2,354.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CBA221 and (CSA207 OR CJA214) and CSA230 and CSA255 and CSA204 and CSA225 and CSA288Concurrent Prerequisites
CSA231Co-requisites
CSA322Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1 x 1 hour online module weekly, 1 x 3 hour workshop weekly. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | 2-hour practical exam (40%)|Oral OTC exam (30%)|Mid-semester Quiz (20%)|Complementary and alternative medicines assignment (10%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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