As a pharmacy technician, you’ll know that it is very important to understand and document the medication histories that vary from patient to patient. Obtaining a comprehensive medication history is KEY to providing the best patient care and safety possible in your pharmacy.

Earning the Medication History Certificate allows you to show your understanding of:

• The tools and checklists needed for giving a proper medication history
• Best practices and SOPs for conducting timely and accurate medication histories
• How potential medication errors can occur if proper steps are not taken

The Medication History Certificate allows you to demonstrate your advanced knowledge, skills & abilities in:

• The process of conducting medication histories
• The medication reconciliation process
• Medication adherence and non-adherence
• Patient safety measures

Domains covered with this certificate include:

• Medication History Concepts and Terminology
• Medication History Workflow and Patient Interviews
• Clarifications, Interventions, and Documentation
• Patient Safety & Quality Assurance

The National Pharmacy Technician Association (NPTA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.