Pharmacy

Pharmacists dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions. They also may conduct health and wellness screenings, provide immunizations, oversee the medications given to patients, and provide advice on healthy lifestyles. Pharmacists work in pharmacies, including those in drug, general merchandise, and grocery stores. They also work in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Pharmacists must have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D), a 4-year professional degree. They must also be licensed, which requires passing two exams.

Pharmacists must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree and obtain state licensure. Doctor of Pharmacy programs typically take 4 years to complete and require passing two licensing exams.

Website	American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
Application Service	Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS)
Entrance Exam	The Pharmacy College Admission TEST (PCAT) was retired on January 10, 2024.
Explore	Future Pharmacy Students | AACP

 

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