Pharmacy is the field of study concerned with the science and practice of preparing, distributing, and administering drugs.
Pharmacy courses can help you gain the knowledge and skills to work as a pharmacist, pharmacy technician, pharmacy assistant or sales representative in the pharmaceutical industry.
You have a number of options if you are interested in pursuing a 6-month pharmacy course in Ghana. Here, we will discuss some of the possible courses, their requirements, and their application process.
Pharmaceutical Marketing and Sales Course
One of the 6-month pharmacy courses that you can consider is the Pharmaceutical Sales and Marketing Course offered by Pharmatrust Professional College.
This course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to work as a sales representative in the pharmaceutical industry.
You will learn about retail and consumer management, wholesale and warehouse management, as well as sales skills in the pharmaceutical industry.
To apply for this course, you must achieve at least four passes in the SSSCE, WASSCE or GCE O-Level examination, including Mathematics and English.
You will also need to complete an application form and submit your academic transcripts and other required documents. The tuition fee is 2,500 Ghanaian Cedis, which covers tuition, registration, examinations and certification.
The course lasts 6 months, including 4 months of classroom study and 2 months of practical training.
Pharmacy courses at universities and research institutes
Another option is to enroll in a pharmacy course offered by a university or pharmacy training institution in Ghana.
Some of the universities that offer courses in pharmacy are:
- – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) – Kumasi
- – University of Development Studies (UDS) – Tamale
- – University of Ghana – Legon, Accra
- – University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) – Ho
- – Central University – Miotso
These universities offer various pharmacy courses such as Bachelor of Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy, Master of Pharmacy and Diploma in Pharmacy.
The duration of these courses can range from 2 to 6 years, depending on the level and specialization.
To apply for these courses, you need to meet the educational requirements, which include passing marks in SSSCE, WASSCE or GCE A-Level in subjects such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics.
You may also need to pass an entrance exam or meet a minimum score requirement to be accepted into a pharmacy program. You will also need to complete an application process for the university or institution you wish to attend.
Conclusion
After discussing some of the 6-month pharmacy courses in Ghana, the requirements and application process of these courses.
We hope this information helps you find the best course for you. Good luck with your application!
