Diploma in Pharmacy

Program Description

The Diploma in Pharmacy program at St. Peters University provides students with a foundational understanding of pharmaceutical sciences and practice. This comprehensive program equips individuals with the essential knowledge and skills required for entry-level roles in pharmacy settings. Coursework covers pharmaceutical calculations, drug compounding, dispensing procedures, and basic pharmacology. Students will learn to interpret prescriptions, identify medications, and understand their therapeutic uses and potential side effects. The program emphasizes patient counseling and ethical considerations within the pharmacy profession. Graduates are prepared for careers as pharmacy technicians, dispensing assistants, or support staff within community, hospital, and industrial pharmacies.