This course considers all aspects of pharmacy, from retail, in-patient, and ordering to manufacturing. Emphasis is on those aspects of pharmacy that hospital technicians would be required to perform. Topics covered include theory and practice behind the dispensing of drugs to hospitals inpatients and ambulatory patients, demonstrating accuracy in preparing and dispensing drugs or simulations, and aseptic technique and equipment used in a laboratory setting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing these tasks.