Spring 2026 Course Syllabus
Course: PHRA-1202 (Section: 1, CRN: 11527)
Pharmacy Law 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Toy Thornton-Wyckoff
Email thorntontn@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6437
Office Educational I - Room: 111
Office Hours Monday-Tuesday 1:30-2:30 pm. Thursday 10:30-2:30 pm, Friday 8:30-2:30 pm 
Additional Contact Information Allied Health Administrative Assistant, Donna Wolfe (409) 984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872
Course Information
Description Overview of federal and state laws governing the practice of pharmacy. The role of the pharmacy technician and the pharmacist and their associated responsibilities. Includes Code of Ethics, patient confidentiality, and a comparison of legal and ethical aspects.
Required Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Law & Ethics for Pharmacy Technicians
ISBN: 9781337796620
Author: Jahangir Moini
Additional Materials/Resources N/A
Corequisites/Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes
  • Distinguish between the responsibilities of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in pharmacy settings.
  •  Explain federal and state laws that govern pharmacy practice and the Code of Ethics guiding the practice of the pharmacy.
  • Discuss violations of the law related to the field of pharmacy.
  • Differentiate between state and federal pharmacy laws.
  • State the regulations of HIPPA
Program Student Learning Outcomes I. Law and Ethics in Pharmacy
II. Principles of Liability
III. Ethics in Pharmacy Practice
IV. Federal and State Regulation of Drug Products
V. Medicare and Medicaid
VI. Comprehensive Drug Abuse and Prevention Control Act: A Closer Look
VII. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)
VIII. Workplace Safety Laws
IX. State Laws and Pharmacy Practices
X. State Boards of Pharmacy and the Joint Commission
Lecture Topics Outline
Law & Ethics in Pharmacy
· Introduction to Law
Principles of Liability
· Legal Language
· Vicarious Liabilities
· Tort Reform
Ethics in Pharmacy Practice
· Setting the Scene
· Code of Ethics in Pharmacy
· Making Ethical Decisions
· Ethical Issues in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Federal Regulation of Drug Products
· Types of Law
· Violations of the Law
· Pharmacy Law and Regulation at Fed. Level
Pharmacy Law and Regulation at State Level
Medicare And Medicaid
· Medicare A
· Medicare B
· Medicare C
· Medicare D
Comprehensive Drug Abuse and Prevention Control Act: A Closer Look
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)
Workplace Safety Laws
· Occupational Safety & Health Administration Standards (OSHA)
· Standards & Regulations Within the Pharmacy Profession
· Universal Precautions
· Employee Responsibilities 
State Laws and Pharmacy Practices
· Setting the Scene
· Processing of Prescriptions
· Computer Regulations
· Pharmacy Ownership
· State Regulation of Long-Term Care
State Boards of Pharmacy & The Joint Commission Information
 
Major Assignments Schedule
Week 1 Introduction
Week 2 Law & Ethics in Pharmacy

  • Introduction to Law
Week 3 Principles of Liability

  • Legal Language
  • Vicarious Liabilities
  • Tort Reform
Week 4 Quiz #1 (Week 2 & 3 Course Material)
-Group (Quiz)  Review
Week 5 Ethics in Pharmacy Practice

  • Setting the Scene
  • Code of Ethics in Pharmacy
  • Making Ethical Decisions
  • Ethical Issues in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Week 6  Exam #1 (Weeks 2-3, & 5 Course Material)
Week 7 Federal Laws
Federal Regulation of Drug Products

  • Types of Law
  • Violations of the Law
  • Pharmacy Law and Regulation at Fed. Level
Pharmacy Law and Regulation at State Level
Week 8 Medicare And Medicaid

  • Medicare A
  • Medicare B
  • Medicare C
  • Medicare D
Week 9 Quiz #2 (Week 7-8 Course Material)
Comprehensive Drug Abuse and Prevention Control Act: A Closer Look
Week 10 The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)
-HIPPA CASE For Research
Week 11 Exam #2 (Weeks 7-9 Course Material)
Case Presentations: HIPPA submitted in Blackboard
Week 12 Workplace Safety Laws

  • Occupational Safety & Health Administration Standards (OSHA)
  • Standards & Regulations Within the Pharmacy Profession
  • Universal Precautions
  • Employee Responsibilities
Week 13 Quiz #3 (Week 10 &12 Course Material)
 
Case Presentations:OSHA, Workers' Compensation & Sexual Harassment
Week 14 Exam #3 (Weeks 10 & 12 Course Material)
 
(Students are responsible for reading over this chapter as some material will be on final exam)
State Laws Affecting Pharmacy Practice
State Laws and Pharmacy Practices

  • Setting the Scene
  • Processing of Prescriptions
  • Computer Regulations
  • Pharmacy Ownership
  • State Regulation of Long-Term Care
Week 15 State Boards of Pharmacy & The Joint Commission Information
Review For Final & Complete End of Program Documentation
Week 16 Final Exam (Week 1-15 Course Material)

Final Exam Date May 14, 2026 - 8:30 AM   Through  May 14, 2026 - 10:30 AM
Grading Scale 100-90                       A
80-89                         B
75-79                         C
74-60                         D
59 & Below                F
Determination of
Final Grade		 1. Quizzes 20%
2. Exams 25%
3. Final Exam 20%
4. Presentations 10%
5. Assignments 15%
6. Attendance 10%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
  • NO CELLPHONESare to be in sight during class lectures or labs and must on silent as students will be allowed to use their cell phones during break time. If there is an emergency or situation, please notify your instructor BEFOREclass and you may be allowed to step out of class if need be otherwise Donna Wolfe, AH secretary is available at (409) 984-6366 for emergency contact and will notify the instructor and student.
  • All class and or homework assignments, quizzes, exams, and attendance will be used in calculating your course grade.
  • No late work will be accepted; a student has 24 hoursto turn in missed assignments due to an excused absence with proper documentation for absence.
  • If an exam is missed, the student must have proper documentation for absence and the student’s FINAL EXAM grade will count as the missed exam grade as well as final exam grade with the appropriate percentages.
  • If a quiz is missed, you will be allowed to make up the quiz with the proper documentation for absence at a scheduled time per instructor or program director, and a different quiz may be given with the zero being replaced with the quiz grade upon completion.
  • In class activities and participation will include assessments of videos, games, group presentations, EVERYONE is expected to stay engaged as this apart of your class grade.
  • Complete any and all required readings, assignments, discussions as directed by the instructor.
  • Keep copies of ALLpaperwork, including syllabus, handouts, and assignments.
  • Participate actively by reviewing course material, interacting with classmates, and responding promptly in communication with your instructor via school email or by appointment.
  • No gradeswill be discussed over the phone, as you can make an appointment with your instructor or program coordinator.
  • If you have a complaint about this course which you cannot resolve through discussion with the instructor, please contact Heather Breaux, Chair Allied Health Department phone: 409-984-6365
  • The following materials are officially PROHIBTED in the classroom meetings for this course: food, drink, or tobacco. This policy agrees with the official college policy; breaks will be given.
  • Students are expected follow a positive learning environment that promotes focus, respect, and safety for all students. The goal is to ensure clothing choices support academic success and do not distract from the educational process. NO hoodies, caps, hair bonnets, sleepwear, excessively revealing clothes, clothing with inappropriate language, images or symbols are permitted in class. We will always exemplify professionalism within the Pharmacy Technician program.
  • The instructor expects that students to illustrate mature behavior with respect to being responsible for your own actions and being respectful of others. Failure to comply may result in removal from the classroom or the program.
  • Students should ALWAYS use their LSCPA email account to send messages to instructors and leave an office voicemail.
Attendance Policy     Attendance Policy:

  • All students are expected to attend class DAILY. A no call, no showwill result in a zerofor class work/homework assignment, class participation, etc. for the day of absence and cannotbe made up.
  • A student who is absent from class more than 3 days (3 times) within the semester may be at risk of being dropped from the program by the Program Coordinator.
1st Warning- verbal with record of conference
2nd Warning- written with record of conference
3rd Warning- written and meeting with Program Coordinator and Allied Health Director

  • Late arrivalto class is disruptive, the classroom door is closed at the time class starts, any student arriving at that time will be considered LATE andwill not be allowed to enter the classroom, the student then should wait until break time to enter. Material that has been taught willNOT be retaught as students should follow up with their group or partner for class work.
  • Students who arrive after a quiz or exam starts, but before it ends, may take the quiz or exam but will have a deduction of 5 points and no additional time will be given.
  • It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor of any absence. If unable to reach the instructor in the office, please leave a voicemail AND emailusing the student's campus email. Absences must be followed up with proper documentation for student records.
 
*At any time while a student in the Pharmacy Technology Program, two final counseling notes are grounds for immediate dismissal.
Additional Information
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
Email:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365