Quality Assurance

This 6.0-hour (0.6 CEUs) knowledge-based home study is designed for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians involved in non-sterile compounding who want a clear understanding of Canadian regulatory standards and how they apply to day-to-day practice. The course focuses on reviewing current standards and best practices used to evaluate compounding procedures, develop pharmacy protocols, and apply appropriate quality controls to support the safety and effectiveness of non-sterile preparations for both patients and staff.

Documents Covered

• Guidance on Pharmacy Compounding of Non-Sterile Preparations

• Model Standards for Pharmacy Compounding of Non-Sterile Preparations

• Printable and fillable forms to support documentation and recordkeeping

Topics Covered

• Canadian regulatory guidelines and non-sterile compounding standards

• Identifying risks and gaps in current compounding practices

• Requirements for different levels of non-sterile compounding

• Facility, equipment, and documentation expectations

• Product and preparation requirements

• Additional considerations for Level C non-sterile compounding

Who This Home Study Is For

• Pharmacists involved in non-sterile compounding

• Pharmacy technicians supporting compounding activities

• Pharmacy professionals looking for a clearer understanding of Canadian non-sterile compounding standards

Review Canadian non-sterile compounding standards and understand how regulatory expectations apply to everyday pharmacy practice. 

What participants said:

• “This course provided a very thorough and succinct explanation of all relevant information needed to safely implement compounding into the pharmacy workflow.”
• “The instructor very clearly explained these concepts in a well-organized manner for the audience to comprehend.”
• “The session provided a clear overview of current guidelines, easy access to commonly used compounding resources, and practical checklists that support safe compounding practices.”

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Note: It is not necessary to create a Lecture Panda account to register for this home study.

Important note for Canadian participants:
Participants who are not receiving ACPE credit, including Canadian learners whose provincial regulatory bodies may not accept ACPE-accredited activities, will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the post-test and evaluation. Certificates may be downloaded for personal records. Canadian pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are encouraged to confirm with their provincial college whether ACPE-accredited activities or certificates of completion meet their continuing competency requirements.