Health Policy and Pharmacy Law

Catalog description

Pre -requisites: FARM 7205, FARM 7227, FARM 7237. The course examines Health Policy and Legislation with emphasis on their application to Pharmacy practice, the distribution and dispensing of drugs and medical devices, and the distribution of dietary supplements and cosmetics. Regulation of controlled and dangerous substances is highlighted. Risk management and the pharmacist’s civil liability are addressed through case discussion and simulations. Opportunity for multifactorial critical analysis of Health Policy and Pharmacy Law is provided, and advocating for changes in order to meet societal needs is fostered. The student participates in forums at the micro and macro levels where Health Policy and Pharmacy Legislation are developed, and practices strategies for intervention in their formulation, implementation, and evaluation. Active learning strategies as instructional methodologies are used. FARM 7306 - Psychosocial Basis, Culture, and Management Theory -Practice Seminar IV. Two and a half (2.5) credits. Pre-requisite: FARM 7205.