Course Description

Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant (D. Pharm Assistant) – Course Details

A Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant is a short-term course designed to train students in pharmacy-related tasks, including dispensing medicines, maintaining records, and assisting pharmacists in healthcare settings.

 

Course Duration

One Year & 2 Years

 

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: 10th or 12th pass.

Minimum Marks:  40-50% in qualifying exams.

Syllabus Overview

The syllabus may differ across institutions, but it generally includes:

 

Pharmaceutical Basics

 

Introduction to Pharmacy

Common Drugs and Their Uses

Drug Classifications

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

 

Basic Chemistry for Pharmacy

Drug Composition and Reactions

Pharmacology

 

Mechanism of Drug Action

Side Effects and Contraindications

Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy

 

Roles & Responsibilities of a Pharmacy Assistant

Prescription Handling

Pharmaceutical Calculations

 

Dosage Calculations

Drug Measurements

Medical Terminology & Documentation

 

Record Keeping & Inventory Management

Understanding Prescriptions

Regulatory Aspects & Ethics

 

Drug Laws & Pharmacy Ethics

Legal Aspects of Dispensing Medicines

Career Opportunities

After completing the diploma, you can work as a:

 

Pharmacy Assistant in hospitals, clinics, or retail pharmacies.

Medical Storekeeper in pharmaceutical companies.

Pharmaceutical Sales Assistant in medical sales.