Prepare for the PTCB PTCE^® Exam like a Pro

Course content

• 11 modules
• 42 lessons
• 5 key subjects
• We regularly update the course content

1. Medications
   1. Basics of PharmacologyLearn the essentials

      • What is Pharmacology? Understanding Drugs and Their Names
      • Drug Categories: Pain Relievers, Antibiotics, and More
      • How Drugs Work in the Body
      • Drug Interactions: Mixing Drugs and Foods
      • Simple Quizzes to Test Your Knowledge
   2. Dosage Forms & How Medications Are GivenPractical uses and calculations

      • Forms of Medications: Pills, Liquids, Creams, etc.
      • Ways to Take Medications: By Mouth, Injections, etc.
      • Special Types: Slow-Release Medications
      • Basic Math for Dosages
      • Practice Problems for Dosage Calculations
   3. Medication Identification and LabelingEnsuring accurate dispensing

      • Understanding the National Drug Code (NDC): Breaking Down the Code
      • Lot Numbers: Tracking Medication Batches
      • Expiration Dates: Importance and How to Read Them
      • Reading Medication Labels
      • Exercises: Identifying Medications Using NDC, Lot Numbers, and Expiration Dates
   4. Storing and Disposing MedicationsDoing it right

      • How to Store Medications: Keeping Them Safe
      • Proper Disposal: Getting Rid of Expired Drugs
      • Special Storage Needs for Certain Medications
      • Review for Medications Final Exam
2. Federal Requirements
   1. Pharmacy Laws You Need to KnowUnderstanding the rules

      • Important Laws: Controlled Substances Act, HIPAA, OBRA-90
      • DEA Drug Schedules: From Schedule I to V
      • Pharmacy Regulations: Getting Licensed and Certified
      • Handling Controlled Drugs: Paperwork and Reporting
      • Practice Legal Scenarios and Take Quizzes
   2. Ethics and Professional ConductBeing a responsible pharmacy technician

      • Code of Ethics: Doing What’s Right
      • Patient Privacy: Keeping Information Safe (HIPAA)
      • Your Role: What You Can and Can’t Do
      • Review for the Federal Requirements Final Exam
3. Patient Safety and Quality Assurance
   1. Preventing Medication MistakesSpotting and avoiding errors

      • Common Mistakes: Wrong Labels, Wrong Doses
      • How to Prevent Errors: Double-Checks, Scanning
      • Reporting Errors: How and When to Report (ISMP)
      • Managing Risks: Keeping Patients Safe
      • Exercises to Spot Errors
   2. Ensuring Quality in the PharmacyDoing things right every time

      • Quality Checks: Making Sure Medications Are Correct
      • Mixing Medications: Sterile and Non-Sterile Methods
      • Managing Inventory: Keeping Good Drugs in Stock
      • Review for Patient Safety Final Exam
4. Order Entry and Processing
   1. Handling PrescriptionsProcessing orders step by step

      • Reading Prescriptions: Understanding Abbreviations
      • Different Orders: New, Refills, and Transfers
      • Patient Profiles: Entering and Updating Information
      • Using Pharmacy Software
      • Practice Entering Prescriptions
   2. Verifying Medication InformationEnsuring accuracy in dispensing

      • Using NDC Numbers in Order Entry
      • Checking Lot Numbers and Expiration Dates
      • Avoiding Errors with Proper Verification
      • Practice Exercises: Verifying Prescriptions
   3. Billing and Insurance BasicsHelping patients with costs

      • Insurance Basics: How It Works
      • Processing Claims: Dealing with Issues
      • Helping with Medication Costs
      • Review for Order Entry Final Exam
5. Final Review and Practice Test
   1. Comprehensive ReviewGet ready for the exam

      • Review All Topics: Focus on Weak Areas
      • Full-Length Practice Test: Simulate the PTCB Exam