Module Details
Module Code: |
PHAR C1101 |
Module Title:
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Over the Counter Preparations
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Title:
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Over the Counter
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Paula Rankin
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Module Author:: |
Nicola Cantwell
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Module Description: |
Student will have a knowledge of OTC preparations, be able to communicate with customer, be able select appropriate treatment options for minor conditions and be aware of when to refer to pharmacist or other appropriate health care professional.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate knowledge of products available without prescription for treatment of common minor conditions |
LO2 |
Understand and practice with the limits of the role of a pharmacy technician |
LO3 |
Identify situations needing referral to pharmacist, doctor or other appropriate health care professional. |
LO4 |
Apply communication skills to retrieve information from client |
LO5 |
Advise on appropriate treatment options, give practical advice to manage conditions, suggest suitable resources to aid patients manage their conditions. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Theory:
The students will learn about the diagnosing and treatment of customers presenting in pharmacy requesting advice in areas such as
Pain Relief, Coughs/Colds, Smoking Cessation, Childhood Illnesses, Nutrition and Dietary supplements, Women’s Health, Oral Conditions, Gastric Conditions, Skin Conditions, Travel Medicine, Abuse of OTC Medicines or similar
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Practical
The students will develop their communication skills, ability to select appropriate treatment options and be able to assess the need for referral when dealing with customers.
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Work Placement
Students will focus on OTC as part of their 200 hours work placement. This will underpin the learning from the theory classes and enhance the skills developed during practical classes. This independent learning is essential for students to develop the core competencies required for pharmacy technicians
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 10.00% |
Practical | 30.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
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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 |
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Contact |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.00 |
36 |
Laboratory |
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Contact |
Practical class |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Estimated Learner Hours |
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Non Contact |
Independent learning:
Completed under supervision of pharmacy tutor during work placement.
Completion of online modules from pharmacy websites as part of CA requirements
Student's own independent learning |
15 Weeks per Stage |
13.47 |
202 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lectures will cover all learning outcomes |
Per Semester |
1.28 |
32 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Independent & Work-Based learning:
Completed under supervision of pharmacy tutor during work placement.
Completion of online modules from pharmacy websites as part of CA requirements
Student's own independent learning |
Per Semester |
8.72 |
218 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.28 |
Module Resources
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Supplementary Book Resources |
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Alison Blenkinsopp, Martin Duerden, John Blenkinsopp. (2018), Symptoms in the Pharmacy: A Guide to the Management of Common Illnesses, 8th Edition, 8th. Wiley-Blackhall, UK.
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Paul Rutter. (2020), Community Pharmacy, 5th. Elsevier, p.390, [ISBN: 9780702080203].
| This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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Other Resources |
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iMF Online Formulary,
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Chemist and Druggist UK,
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Medicines Information Online,
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NHS Choices,
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HSE - Health Portal,
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Health Products Regulatory Authority. Health Products Regulatory Authority,
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RB for Health,
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OTC Training Modules,
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Discussion Note: |
Most of the independent learning for this module will be completed during the work placement hours in the community pharmacy. It is important to be aware that the calculated independent learning hours are blended into the work placement hours. |
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