PharmFIT Training Module 1: Colorectal Cancer Screening

Course Information

Course Description

This training provides pharmacists and pharmacy teams with the knowledge and skills to support colorectal cancer screening using fecal immunochemical tests (FITs). The session reviews the epidemiology of colorectal cancer, current U.S. screening guidelines, and the role of FIT as a convenient, evidence-based screening option for adults at an average-risk of colorectal cancer. Participants will learn how to determine patient eligibility, provide clear instructions for FIT completion, and ensure accurate handling and return of samples. The training also covers interpretation of FIT results and emphasizes patient-centered counseling strategies, including motivational interviewing, to address concerns and support timely follow-up. By the end of the module, learners will be prepared to integrate FIT screening into pharmacy practice and contribute to improved access and outcomes in colorectal cancer prevention.

Course Objectives

  • Describe the burden of colorectal cancer in the United States, including disparities in screening.
  • Summarize current colorectal cancer screening guidelines for average-risk adults, including recommended starting age and intervals.
  • Explain the purpose, advantages, and eligibility criteria for FIT as a colorectal cancer screening option.
  • Demonstrate the correct steps for completing, storing, and returning a FIT to ensure accurate results.
  • Interpret FIT results and apply patient-centered counseling techniques, including motivational interviewing, to support timely follow-up.

 

Course Documents

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  • Handout 2-UP (coming soon)
  • Handout 3-UP (coming soon)

 

Course Registration


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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacist
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy Tech
  • 1.00 Participation
Course opens: 
10/13/2025
Course expires: 
10/31/2025
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Daniel Reuland,MD, MPH

Professor of Medicine
Program Director, Carolina Cancer Screening Initiative (CCSI)
Associate Director, Inclusive Science Program (ISP), NC Translational & Clinical Services (NC TraCS) Institute
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
UNC School of Medicine
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

 

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Macary Weck Marciniak, PharmD, BCACP, BCPS, FAPhA

Associate Professor
PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program
Director, Community-based Veterinary Pharmacy Residency Program
Director, Community-based Psychiatry Fellowship
UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Disclosures

Planners

All planners for this continuing education activity have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose, except for Dr. Parth Shah, PharmD, PhD, who has received research funding from Merck & Co., Inc. This financial relationship has been mitigated.

Presenters

The presenters have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

 

Accreditation Statements

The following accrediting agencies have approved this course for continuing education credits. Participants should understand that their individual participation and claiming credit must abide by the regulations set forth by their respective accrediting agency. No partial credit will be provided.

1.00 ACPE Pharmacist
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
The University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Statements of credit can be viewed and printed in CPE Monitor in approximately 2 to 3 weeks.

The Eshelman School of Pharmacy of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 ACPE Credit(s).

1.00 ACPE Pharmacy Tech
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
The University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Statements of credit can be viewed and printed in CPE Monitor in approximately 2 to 3 weeks.

The Eshelman School of Pharmacy of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 ACPE Credit(s).

 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacist
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy Tech
  • 1.00 Participation
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