ACA HOME STUDY: Dermatological Compounding
Our Dermatological Compounding Home Study is an accredited 5-hour knowledge-based program designed specifically for compounding pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. This self-paced learning program provides a thorough overview of the formulation and preparation of creams, emulsions, ointments, pastes, gels, PLOs, solutions, lotions, powders, and both semi-solid and commercially available bases.
Participants will also review important compendial standards, including microbial content, minimum fill, quality control, preparation and labeling, patient counseling, and guidelines for establishing and extending beyond-use dates.
Course Highlights Include:
Introduction to Compounding
- History of pharmaceutical compounding
- USP chapters and drug monographs
- Best practices and evolving trends in the U.S.
Dermatological Disease States Covered:
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema): Clinical features, treatment options, and custom formulations
- Psoriasis & Cutaneous Infections: Includes dermatophytosis, candidiasis, and warts
- Acne Vulgaris & Rosacea: Differentiation, treatment overviews, and compoundable therapies

The American College of Apothecaries (ACA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. ACA has accredited this knowledge-based program for 5 contact hours (0.5 CEUs) of continuing education credit for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
Dr. Jay Phipps, PharmD, MBA, FACA, FACVP, the pharmacy gladiator, is a pharmacy doctor, entrepreneur, president, and CEO at Phipps Pharmacy. Phipps Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy who provides pharmacy doctor provided patient care including traditional dispensing, compounding services, long-term care pharmacy services, and tailor-made prescription compounding to patients in middle and west Tennessee. Dr. Jay is also the President and CEO of PhippsCare that focuses on Pharmacy Doctor provided healthcare and Health Insurance Solutions which specializes in medical and pharmacy insurance plans for seniors.

























