Module Details

Module Code: LAWS C1101
Module Title: Regulations and Dispensing
Title: Regulations and Dispensing
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: Nicola Cantwell
Domains:  
Module Description: Students will have gained the knowledge, skills and competencies required to work in a dispensary under the supervision of a pharmacist and will understand the different health schemes and forensic regulations related to pharmacy.
They will be able to control stock levels in pharmacy and deal with deliveries of stock and relevant paperwork.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Determine the validity, clarity, completeness and authenticity of the prescription and resolve concerns in collaboration with the pharmacist
LO2 Recognise situations that fall beyond the scope of practice of pharmacy technicians and refer these situations to the pharmacist while also accepting responsibility for referrals from the pharmacist
LO3 Dispense and label medication, understand the use of medication, side effects, dose, interactions and be able to advise patient accordingly
LO4 Understand the different health schemes and supply prescriptions accordingly, be able to submit claims to PCRS for processing and monitor payments received
LO5 Select appropriate products by applying knowledge of brand and generic names, dosages, and dosage forms, maintain appropriate stock levels and storage conditions.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Theory
Students will learn about the theory behind: Pharmaceutical Terminology, Dispensing Prescriptions and Health Schemes, Dispensary Stock, Classification and Storage of Medicines, Pharmacy Legislation, Pharmacy Records, Dispensing of medicines, Dispensary errors, Month End Routines and related paperwork
Practical
The knowledge gained in lectures will be applied in practical classes where students will learn how to dispense prescriptions, keep records in accordance with legislation, submit claims to the PCRS in a specially designed mocked up pharmacy available in house.
Work Placement
Students will focus on Regulations and Dispensing as part of their 200 hours placement. This will underpin the learning from the theory classes and enhance the skills developed during practical classes. This independent learning is essential to ensure that students develop the core competencies required for pharmacy technicians.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment10.00%
Practical50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination40.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Case Studies % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
n/a
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
n/a
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
n/a

Part Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 10
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assignment may take the form of Dispensing of mock prescriptions, completion of PCRS application forms, review of claims submission process, setting up new dispensary, receipt and processing of orders using at least two pharmacy software packages.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
n/a
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
Reassessment Description
CA work may be repeated during summer work placement subject to approval by Exam Board, provided student has attended the practical classes.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Laboratory Contact Practical 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact Independent learning: Completed under supervision of the pharmacy tutor during work placement. Student's own independent learning 15 Weeks per Stage 12.67 190
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures will cover all learning outcomes Per Semester 1.28 32
Laboratory Contact Practical laboratory classes delivered in IT Carlow Per Semester 0.32 8
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Self-Direct Independent Learning - an emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices. Review of teaching material, readings, notes. Per Semester 8.40 210
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.60
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • BNF – latest edition. BNF - Latest Edition.
  • Irish Medicines Formulary, Latest.
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: Most of the independent learning for this module will be completed during work placement hours in the community pharmacy. It is important to be aware that the calculated independent learning hours are blended into work placement hours.