Pharmacy Assistant Training Program
Course Overview
The Pharmacy Assistant Training Program is designed to provide comprehensive training to individuals interested in pursuing a career in pharmacy assistance. This program equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in pharmacies, healthcare facilities, and other related settings.
Course Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical care
- Learn about different medications, their uses, and potential side effects
- Develop skills in dispensing medications under supervision
- Understand inventory management and record-keeping in pharmacies
- Learn about customer service and patient counseling
- Gain knowledge about healthcare ethics and regulations
Course Curriculum
- History and evolution of pharmacy practice
- Roles and responsibilities of pharmacy assistants
- Pharmacy settings and career opportunities
- Introduction to pharmaceutical terminology
- Basic mathematical calculations
- Measurement systems and conversions
- Dosage calculations
- Concentration and dilution calculations
- Introduction to pharmacology
- Drug classifications and categories
- Common medications and their uses
- Side effects and drug interactions
- Prescription processing
- Medication dispensing techniques
- Labeling and packaging
- Quality control and error prevention
- Inventory management
- Record-keeping and documentation
- Pharmacy software systems
- Insurance and billing procedures
- Effective communication skills
- Patient counseling techniques
- Handling difficult situations
- Cultural sensitivity in healthcare
Practical Training
The course includes practical training sessions where participants will have hands-on experience in:
- Dispensing medications under supervision
- Using pharmacy software systems
- Inventory management
- Customer service role-playing
Course Information
- Duration: 3 Months
- Schedule: Weekdays, 10 AM - 1 PM
- Location: West Bengal
- Fee: Free for eligible candidates
- Certification: Yes
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 10+2 education
- Basic knowledge of mathematics
- Good communication skills
- Interest in healthcare and pharmacy
Career Opportunities
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
- Healthcare Facility Support Staff
- Pharmaceutical Company Representative
F.A.Q
Frequently Asked Questions About The Course
Yes, the course is completely free for eligible candidates. Our aim is to provide training opportunities to those who may not otherwise have access to such education.
No, prior experience in healthcare is not required. The course is designed to start from the basics and gradually build up to more advanced concepts.
Yes, we provide job placement assistance to successful candidates. We have partnerships with local pharmacies and healthcare facilities that often hire our graduates.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a Pharmacy Assistant Training Certificate from Mother's Care NGO, which is recognized by our partner pharmacies and healthcare facilities.
We admit 20-25 students in each batch to ensure personalized attention and quality training for all participants.