Summary
PCCA Canada Comprehensive Compounding Course (C3) is designed to provide the most comprehensive understanding of the art and science behind pharmacy compounding — and it’s now taught in our brand-new, state-of-the-art training lab! Whether you’re new to compounding or an experienced compounder, pharmacist, technician, assistant or a pharmacy marketer, this course is perfect for you. This course is also ideal for PCCA members and others who want to “check us out” and learn about the benefits of PCCA membership and how PCCA may offer your pharmacy a competitive advantage.
By attending C3, you will:
- Learn the fundamental principles and techniques involved in compounded medications.
- Learn the importance of quality control, safety measures and workflow in compounding processes.
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Compound various dosage forms: creams, ointments, suspensions, lollipops, capsules, suppositories, troches and more.
- Identify the factors influencing the selection of appropriate dosage forms for different medications.
- Identify and gain insights into compounding for 5 key markets.
- Explain the regulations relevant to pharmacy compounding by discussing current Canadian regulations.
- Identify how you can save time, save money and save lives with compounding technology.
- Discover effective marketing strategies for compounding pharmacies.
- Learn and practice master calculations, i.e., capsules, displacements and multi-ingredient APIs.
- Challenge yourself on Day 5 during Advanced Compounding Techniques — master oil-filled capsules, eutectic mixtures, formulation problem-solving, how to mask bitter drugs, OTC compounding and much more.
By enrolling in PCCA Canada Comprehensive Compounding Course (C3), you’ll gain a solid foundation in pharmacy compounding and enhance your professional skills. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other experts in the field and fellow compounders. Don’t delay — register now!
CE = 4 contact hours
Pricing
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Price
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$3,295 CAD + tax
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Applicable discounts will be applied before billing occurs.
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Agenda
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Day 1
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| 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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- Why are we here?
- Master Lab Flow: Learn Hand-Washing Technique
- Identify Appropriate PPEs
- Workstation Orientation
- Learn How to Clean Your Hood
- Learn How to Stage In/Out
- Learn How to Calibrate Your Balance
- Documentation/Master Formulas/Safe Handling of Chemicals
- Learn How to Compound: Gels, Foams, Lip Balms and Suppositories
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Day 2
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| 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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- Risk Assessments
- Equipment: Learn How to Use an EMP and Ointment Mill
- Learn How to Compound and Dispense: Rapid Dissolve Tablets, Coal Tar, Polyox
- Learn All About PCCA Bases
- Facility Tour
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Day 3
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| 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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- A Beginner’s Guide to Marketing Your Pharmacy
- Identify 5 Key Compounding Markets
- Learn How to Compound: Lollipops, Troches (Gelatin, NataTroche, Polyglycol) and Ibuprofen Suspensions
- Learn How to Dispense: Suppositories and Lip Balms
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Day 4
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| 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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- Learn All About and How to Compound Capsules, Including Calculations
- Learn How to Price Your Compounds
- Learn How to Unmold and Dispense Lollipops and Troches
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Day 5
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8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Advanced Compounding Techniques
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- Oil-Filled Capsules
- Eutectic Mixtures
- Compounding Various Formulations for Topical, Intranasal and Cosmeceutical
- Mold Calibration and Optional Uses
- Masking Bitter Drugs in Various Oral Vehicles
- Calculations Associated with Formulations
- Course Evaluation
- Awarding of Certificates
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Speakers
Cheryl Hedrick, Territory Manager/Training Specialist
Corinn Ponton, Sales Support Manager/Territory Manager
Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate)
Accommodations
The Park Hotel London
242 Pall Mall Street
London, ON N6A 5P6
519.642.4444
Click the appropriate link below to book your reservation online.
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February 26 - March 1
- Hotel cutoff date: Janurary 25
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September 16-20
- Hotel cutoff date: August 15
PCCA Rate: Lifestyle King Suite — Sun-Thurs: $155/night; Fri-Sat: $165/night
Transportation will be provided by Voyageur Shuttle or Checker Taxis. Please watch for your shuttle schedule included in the confirmation of registration.
What Members Are Saying
“I was impressed with how the topics were presented. The instructors kept things interesting and passionate, and moving between classes and laboratories kept me focused — I feel much better equipped for my new job in a compounding pharmacy.
"For the first time, I made some formulations like lollipops which are super fun, RDTs which are incredibly cool and it's amazing how simple they are. Instructors make an action-packed day pleasurable, and food and snacks are also extremely memorable!”
— Skyler, Remedy’s Rx on Kent