Pharmacy Technician

Program Details:

Duration: 2yrs Plus 1 year (Intenship)

Level: Post-secondary Diploma (Equivalent to National Diploma in Nigeria)

Mode of Study: In-person, online, or blendedEntry Requirements:.

5 O’Level Credits including:

Compulsory: English Language and Mathematics

Relevant Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Economics

No JAMB required

 Key Subjects Covered:

Human Anatomy & Physiology

Pharmacology

Pharmacy Law & Ethics

Pharmaceutical Calculations

Drug Dispensing Techniques

Hospital & Community Pharmacy Practice

Microbiology & Pathology

Inventory & Supply Chain Management

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the program can work as:

Pharmacy Technicians in hospitals or community pharmacies

Dispensary Technicians

Medical Sales Representatives

Pharmacy Inventory & Store Assistants

Research and Development Assistants in pharmaceutical companies

They can also advance into further studies, such as:

BSc in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, or related sciences

Professional Recognition:

Must register with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) or relevant pharmacy board, based on national regulatory requirements.