Pharmacy Practice Associates’ Degree
To prepare for an entry-level position working in a pharmacy, consider working toward an Associates’ Degree in Health Care Administration with a concentration in Pharmacy Practice. Graduates of this program work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to prepare prescription medications for patients. They are prepared for career opportunities working in pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and health insurance companies. Graduates can also work in mail-order pharmacies and home health care agencies.
To be successful in this field, you will need to have a good knowledge of chemistry and an eye for detail. Being able to make precise measurements is another requirement for this type of work. Good communication skills are also essential, since you will be interacting with doctors, coworkers, and patients.
Students in this program take courses in:
• Basic pharmacy processes and equipment
• Disease diagnosis and treatment
• Medical claims processing
• Medical terminology
They also learn how to perform pharmaceutical calculations so that they can prepare ordered medications correctly.
You may also be interested in these Associate Degree programs:
• Associate’s Degree in Health Care
• Associate’s Degree in Human Services Management
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Records
• Associate’s Degree in Psychology
