The goal of the course is to introduce learners to various types of compounded prescriptions that are in the marketplace and explore opportunities to provide specialty compounds to human and veterinary patients.  Students will learn different compounding techniques, formulations, uses, and prepare them in the lab.  Students will participate in product preparation, packaging, dispensing, developing a drug monograph, and patient counseling.  

The goal of PHAR 7312 is to contribute to preparing learners to achieve professional competencies and outcomes expected for a pharmacist as outlined by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Education (CAPE) 2013 Educational Outcomes. Described below are some examples where your command of the subject material of this course will contribute to preparing you to achieve these competencies in the three general areas as defined by ACPE. 

• 1.1 Learner (Learner) - Develop, integrate, and apply knowledge from the foundational sciences (i.e., pharmaceutical, social/behavioral/administrative, and clinical sciences) to evaluate the scientific literature, explain drug action, solve therapeutic problems, and advance population health and patient-centered care.
• 1.1.1. Develop and demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in pharmaceutical, social/behavioral/administrative and clinical outcomes.
• 1.1.3. Integrate knowledge from foundational sciences to explain how specific drugs or drug classes work and evaluate their potential value in individual and populations.
• 1.1.4. Apply knowledge in foundational sciences to solve therapeutic problems and advance patient-centered care.
• 2.1. Patient-centered care (Caregiver) – Provide patient-centered care as the medication expert (collects, and interprets evidence, prioritize, formulate assessments and recommendations, implement, monitor and adjust plans, and document activities).
• 2.1.2. Interpret evidence and patient data.
• 2.1.4. Formulate evidence-based care plans, assessments, and recommendations.
• 2.3. Health and wellness (Promoter) – Design prevention, intervention, and educational strategies for individuals and communities to manage chronic disease and improve health and wellness.
• 2.3.2. Provide prevention, intervention, and educational strategies for individuals and communities to improve health and wellness.
• 3.1. Problem Solving (Problem Solver) – Identify problems; explore and prioritize potential strategies; and design, implement, and evaluate a viable solution.
• 3.1.1. Identify and define the primary problem.
• 3.1.2. Define goals and alternative goals.
• 3.3. Patient Advocacy (Advocate) – Assure that patients’ best interests are represented.
• 3.3.1. Empower patients to take responsibility for, and control of, their health.
• 3.3.3. Ensure patients obtain the resources and care required in an efficient and cost-effective manner (e.g., triage to social and/or other healthcare services).
• 4.1. Self-awareness (Self-aware) – Examine and reflect on personal knowledge, skills, abilities, beliefs, biases, motivation, and emotions that could enhance or limit personal and professional growth.
• 4.1.1. Use metacognition to regulate one’s own thinking and learning.
• 4.1.2. Maintain motivation, attention, and interest (e.g., habits of mind) during learning and work-related activities.
• 4.1.5. Demonstrate persistence and flexibility in all situations; engaging in help-seeking behavior when appropriate.
• 4.1.9. Display positive self-esteem and confidence when working with others. 

• 4.4. Professionalism (Professional) – Exhibit behaviors and values that are consistent with the trust given to the profession by patients, other healthcare providers, and society.
• 4.4.1. Demonstrate altruism, integrity, trustworthiness, flexibility, and respect in all interactions.
• 4.4.2. Display preparation, initiative, and accountability consistent with a commitment to excellence. 
• 4.4.3. Deliver patient-centered care in a manner that is legal, ethical, and compassionate.
• 4.4.4. Recognize that one’s profession is constantly evaluated by others.