
WHAT IS PHARMACY?
This major is part of the Health and Medicine Exploration Group
The field of pharmacy offers rewarding opportunities in all fields of health care and medical research in both staff and management positions. Regardless of experience or practice setting, pharmacists share a collective purpose of making sure that patients use medications as effectively and safely as possible.
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Pharmacy Studies is awarded while following the course of study for the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. The baccalaureate degree, without completion of the Doctor of Pharmacy degree, does not qualify students to sit for the licensure exam.
To practice as a pharmacist, students complete two years of pre-pharmacy and four in the professional program. The NAPLEX test is required post graduation for licensure.
As with all health care professions, there are continuing education requirements during one’s career, with an emphasis on drug information, patient education, and consultation services. Pharmacists complete a minimum number of continuing-education units each year to qualify for re-licensure. Most continuing education is offered online.
Declaration, Major Requirements, and Courses
HOW TO DECLARE:
APPLICATION. Admission to the School of Pharmacy Pharm.D. program requires a strong science GPA. Students typically apply to the School of Pharmacy during their sophomore year for junior year admission. Assurance of admittance is offered to incoming first year students on the pre-pharmacy track if performance criteria are met.
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GET INVOLVED:
Alpha Zeta Omega Pharmaceutical Fraternity
American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Student Chapter
American Pharmacists Association
National Community Pharmacist Association
Phi Delta Chi Pharmacy Fraternity
Rho Chi National Pharmacy Honor Society
Student College of Clinical Pharmacy
Student Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group
Student Society of Health System Pharmacy
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