Pharmacy (PHAR)

PHAR 501 Pharm Cont Prof Dev 10 Credit hours   

Students will be introduced to additional professionalism topics, evaluation of clinical skills through the OSCEs and take part in a seminar series throughout the first through third years.

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PHAR 502 Pharm Cont Prof Dev 20 Credit hours   

Students will be introduced to additional professionalism topics, evaluation of clinical skills through the OSCEs and take part in a seminar series throughout the first through third years.

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PHAR 503 Pharm Cont Prof Dev 30 Credit hours   

Students will be introduced to additional professionalism topics, evaluation of clinical skills through the OSCEs, and take part in a seminar series throughout the first through third years.

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PHAR 504 Pharm Cont Prof Dev 40 Credit hours   

Students will be introduced to additional professionalism topics, evaluation of clinical skills through the OSCEs and take part in a seminar series throughout the first through third years.

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PHAR 505 Pharm Cont Prof Dev 50 Credit hours   

Students will be introduced to additional professionalism topics, evaluation of clinical skills through the OSCEs, and take part in a seminar series throughout the first through third years.

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PHAR 506 Pharm Cont Prof Dev 60 Credit hours   

Students will be introduced to additional professionalism topics, evaluation of clinical skills through the OSCEs and take part in a seminar series throughout the first through third years.

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PHAR 512 Pharmacy Skills Lab I1 Credit hour   

Students will learn the necessary skills of a pharmacist (pt. interviewing, sterile cmpd, immunizations)

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PHAR 523 Pharmacogenomics2 Credit hours   

This course will provide students with the foundational knowledge of the principles and concepts of pharmacogenomics and pharmaceutical genetics, including a conceptual understanding of how genomic differences can impact drug metabolism, transport, and targets.

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PHAR 524 Drug Info & Comm Skills2 Credit hours   

Topics covered include basic skills in obtaining and utilizing drug information references, and foundational skills required in patient counseling, such as the Indian Health method of counseling.

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PHAR 531 Biopharmaceutics I3 Credit hours   

Topics covered include the physicochemical principles of pharmacy, such as acid-base theory, solubility, physical states of drugs, thermodynamics, drug stability, excipients, surfactants, dispersions, polymers, drug delivery, chemical compatibility and interactions of drugs in various dosage forms.

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PHAR 532 Biopharmaceutics II3 Credit hours   

Topics covered include mechanisms of both immediate and sustained drug release in formulations involving solid and semi-solid systems; introduction to novel drug delivery systems; drug pre-formulation, the drug approval processes, and regulations governing the pharmaceutical industry; drug preparation, liberation, absorption and stability dosage.

Pre-req: PHAR 531.

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PHAR 533 Introduction to Pharmacy 13 Credit hours   

Continued professional development of pharmacy practitioner. Sterile produces, top 300 medications, laboratory values, SOAP notes, documentation, medication safety applications including patient counseling and technology, communication and public service are stressed.

Pre-req: PHAR 541 with a minimum grade of C.

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PHAR 536 Introduction to Pharmacy 23 Credit hours   

Begin professional development understanding the responsibilities of a registered pharmacist providing patient care, professional conduct, personnel management, personal conduct, pharmacy calculations, immunizations, legal issues, and team dynamics are stressed.

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PHAR 537 Pharmacokinetics3 Credit hours   

An introductory course emphasizing basic principles in pharmacokinetics.

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PHAR 538 Pharmacy Skills Lab 23 Credit hours   

Students will learn the necessary skills of a pharmacist (pt. interviewing, sterile cmpd, clinical reasoning)

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PHAR 542 Immunology and Microbiology4 Credit hours   

Topics covered include an introduction to the classification, morphology and physiology of microorganisms, primarily organisms that can cause human pathology, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoans, parasites, and worms; the body's immune response and mechanisms of defense at the cellular and humoral (molecular) level will also be covered in the context of pathogenic organisms, tissue transplants, and autoimmune disease.

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PHAR 544 Prin of Disease & Drug Action4 Credit hours   

Topics covered include skills in obtaining and utilizing drug information reference and foundational skills required in patient counseling.

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PHAR 545 Therapeutics I4 Credit hours   

Students will learn about the therapeutic use, human physiology, pharmacologic and chemical properties of over-the-counter medication and non-medication interventions for both treatment and prevention of disease.

Pre-req: PHAR 541.

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PHAR 547 Pharmaceutical Chemistry4 Credit hours   

An introductory course providing the fundamental basics of pharmaceutical chemistry.

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PHAR 623 Patient Safety2 Credit hours   

Further professional development in the management of patient safety policies and procedures. Areas covered: medication reconciliation, discharge planning, risk management, and other methods of improving patient safety.

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PHAR 635 Research Methods and Stats3 Credit hours   

The fundamentals of clinical and outcomes research will be discussed and applied to patient care. Students will gain an understanding of study design, research methods, statistical analysis, and research in pharmacy.

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PHAR 636 Pharm Skills Lab III3 Credit hours   

Students will learn foundational patient care skills necessary for practice as a pharmacist. Students will apply knowledge, demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, practice technical and communication skills, and demonstrate professional behavior in the therapeutic decision making process.

Pre-req: PHAR 512 with a minimum grade of C and PHAR 537 with a minimum grade of C.

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PHAR 637 Pharm Skills Lab IV3 Credit hours   

Students will learn foundational patient care skills necessary for practice as a pharmacist. Students will apply knowledge, demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, practice technical and communication skills, and demonstrate professional behavior in the therapeutic decision making process.

Pre-req: PHAR 512 with a minimum grade of C and PHAR 538 with a minimum grade of C and PHAR 636 with a minimum grade of C.

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PHAR 641 Therapeutics 1 - OTC/Self-Care4 Credit hours   

Students will learn about the therapeutic use, human physiology, pharmacologic and chemical properties of over-the-counter medication and non-medication interventions for both treatment and prevention of disease.

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PHAR 643 Therapeutics 3 GI & Renal4 Credit hours   

Students will learn about the pharmacology, pathophysiology, and therapeutics associated with commonly encountered gastrointestinal, hepatic, and renal disorders. Activities emphasized include patient assessment, consultation, communication, drug monitoring, drug effectiveness, and the professional and legal dynamics encountered in pharmacy practice.

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PHAR 644 Therapeutics 4 - Endocrine4 Credit hours   

Students will learn about therapeutic and prophylactic treatments for diseases of the endocrine, genitourinary and reproductive systems. Use of medication and non-medication interventions will be emphasized as deemed appropriate. This course will emphasize performance of the activities of the pharmacist as health care provider.

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PHAR 652 Therapeutics 2 - Cardiology5 Credit hours   

Students learn about therapeutic interventions for treatment and prevention of cardiovascular and pulmonary disease. Exploration of human physiology, disease pathophysiology and medications pharmacologic and chemical properties precede therapeutic use discussions.

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PHAR 662 Pharmacy Administration6 Credit hours   

Provides students with a functional working knowledge of the healthcare system and business environment. Concepts examined include but are not limited to: leadership, operations management, health policy, motivational theories, employment issues, labor law, pharmacoeconomics, business planning, and financial analysis of pharmacy operations.

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PHAR 711 Med Therapy Management1 Credit hour   

The student will learn to resolve medication-related problems to reduce costs and improve outcomes.

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PHAR 723 Therapeutics 7 - Special Pops2 Credit hours   

This course will emphasize the unique needs and differences in therapeutic recommendations for patients at the extremes of ages, diverse cultural backgrounds, and those with co-morbidities and other health conditions.

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PHAR 730 Therapeutics 8 - Derm/Opht/MUS3 Credit hours   
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PHAR 732 Clin Aspects Rx Meds3 Credit hours   

A discussion of the clinical aspects of medications will be covered with an emphasis on 1) pharmaceutical calculations and 2) analysis of the differences between various drugs and drug classes.

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PHAR 733 Residency Preparation3 Credit hours   

This course will help to prepare the pharmacy student for completion of postgraduate training, exploring processes including research project design and execution, interviewing, residency applications, and professional development.

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PHAR 734 Medications of Abuse3 Credit hours   

This course discusses medications of abuse and their impact on society, reviews the history of substance use disorder relating them to current affairs and the impact on society.

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PHAR 735 Pharmacy Law & Ethics3 Credit hours   

An applied analysis of federal and West Virginia state law and ethical standards in the practice of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Care.

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PHAR 736 Pharmacy Skills Lab 63 Credit hours   

Covers foundational patient care skills. Students apply knowledge, demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, practice technical and communication skills, and demonstrate professional behavior in the therapeutic decision making process.

Pre-req: PHAR 637 with a minimum grade of C.

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PHAR 737 Pharmacy Skills Lab 53 Credit hours   

Covers foundational patient care skills. Students apply knowledge, demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, practice technical and communication skills, and demonstrate professional behavior in the therapeutic decision making process.

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PHAR 738 Pharmacy Education I3 Credit hours   

This course will prepare students for a career in pharmacy education.

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PHAR 739 Pharmacy Education II3 Credit hours   

This course will prepare students to apply skills learning in PHAR 738 in a lab setting.

Pre-req: PHAR 738 with a minimum grade of C.

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PHAR 743 Therapeutics 9 - Hem/Oncology4 Credit hours   

Students will learn treatment/prevention of heme-onc diseases including physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapy. Activities emphasized include patient assessment, consultation monitoring, communication, and drug effectiveness (safety, interactions, and adverse events).

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PHAR 752 Therapeutics 6 - Neuro/Psych5 Credit hours   

Students will learn treatment and prevention of neurological and psychiatric diseases including the physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapy. This course emphasizes the pharmacist as a health care provider.

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PHAR 761 Therapeutics 5 - Infect Dis6 Credit hours   

This course discusses clinical microbiology and principles of anti-infective therapy as well as the pathophysiology, associated pharmacology, and therapeutic approaches to infectious diseases. Successful completion of PHAR 542 is a prerequisite.

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PHAR 781 Veterinary Pharmacy3 Credit hours   

To instruct students in the administration, clinical pharmacology, clinical applications, diseases, medication safety and comparative dosing of veterinary medications that a pharmacist may encounter in the community pharmacy setting.

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PHAR 801 Special Topics I1-6 Credit hours   

An opportunity for individual students to gain advanced experiences in practice, research, or service. Students will identify mentor and jointly develop individualized learning outcomes and a learning plan.

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PHAR 802 Special Topics II1-6 Credit hours   

An opportunity for students to didactically explore advanced topics within the profession of pharmacy.

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PHAR 811 IPPE - Community Pharmacy 11 Credit hour   

Introduction to community pharmacy practice in a supervised setting. Students are exposed to the roles and responsibilities of the community pharmacist.

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PHAR 813 IPPE - Community Pharmacy 21 Credit hour   
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PHAR 814 Intro Phar Institutions 21 Credit hour   

Builds on the foundations of the Institutional Pharmacy 1 Experience. The student will demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving, document professional practice activities, and parenteral compounding abilities.

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PHAR 815 IPPE - Outpat Clinical Skills1 Credit hour   

Introduces pharmacist student to the ambulatory care setting. Student will demonstrate the ability to develop a therapeutic plan that includes the selection of appropriate drug therapy based on patient characteristics.

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PHAR 816 IPPE - Inpat Clinical Skills1 Credit hour   

Introduces the pharmacy student to the clinical skills in an institutional setting needed to be successful. Student will demonstrate appropriate drug dosing and drug selection based on patient characteristics.

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PHAR 817 IPPE - Pharmacy Management1 Credit hour   

Students are exposed to the role and responsibilities of a pharmacy team leader, manager, or director and the application of management strategy, tools, and responsibilities.

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PHAR 821 IPPE - Institutional2 Credit hours   

The Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience in Institutions is designed to allow the student to demonstrate knowledge and skill learned in the classroom while concurrently gaining understanding to the systems and function of the pharmacy in an institutional setting.

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PHAR 881 APPE - Adv Inpat Clin Skills5 Credit hours   

Provides experience in clinicial, acute care/institutional, team-based environment. With guidance, students are expected to collect patient information, evaluate/monitor drug therapy, educate patients/caregivers and respond to drug information inquiries.

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PHAR 882 APPE - Adv Outpat Clin Skills5 Credit hours   

Provides experience in clinically focused multidisciplinary outpatient environment. Responsibilities include collecting patient-specific information, evaluating and monitoring drug therapy, providing education about medications/MRPs and responding to drug or medication related inquiries.

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PHAR 883 APPE - Advanced Community5 Credit hours   

Experience in community pharmacy setting to provide patient-centered care. Responsibilities include dispensing, OTC/Self-Care, MTM, preventative health screening(s), immunizations, compounding and patient counseling as part of the health care team.

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PHAR 884 APPE 4-Adv Institutional5 Credit hours   

This is a 5-week experiential rotation in an approved health system that prepares the student to function within integrated pharmacy services. Particular emphasis is placed on the preparation, distribution, and control of medications, medication monitoring, and the ability to communicate with other healthcare professionals. This rotation develops competence to function as a staff hospital pharmacist.

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PHAR 885 APPE - Transitions of Care5 Credit hours   

Students provide pharmacy services across the healthcare system. Students focus on addressing needs of geriatric and complex patients with multiple chronic disease states with members of the health care team.

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PHAR 886 APPE - Diverse Populations5 Credit hours   

Experience in community, ambulatory or other setting to medically under-served population. Focus on providing culturally sensitive, compassionate and effective care to a diverse, ethnic, rural, poor and/or indigent population(s).

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PHAR 887 APPE - Elective5 Credit hours   

APPE electives take place in a variety of pharmacy practice settings (both patient care and non-patient care). Electives provide the student with highly focused experiences based on the preceptor's speciality.

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PHAR 891 Pharmacy Capstone I2 Credit hours   

Pharmacy capstone experience where students are challenged to demonstrate acquisition of pharmacy skill, knowledge, and behavior competency.

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PHAR 892 Pharmacy Capstone 22 Credit hours   

Pharmacy capstone experience, where students are challenged to demonstrate acquisition of pharmacy skill, knowledge, and behavior competency.

Pre-req: PHAR 891 with a minimum grade of C.

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