What credits should I take in college to become a pharmacist?

Answer by  Gabriel (2146)

Chemistry is the biggest one and physiology classes will benefit you as well. Some colleges have a pre-med or pharmacist preparation program that includes all the prerequisites.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

Well you need to have your degree in any science field and take courses such as physics, math, biology and chemistry. You have to check with a pharmacy school to see which courses they require.

Answer by  patti (29325)

Pharmacology is a science. Take math, chemisty, physics, anatomy, biology and related courses. Many pharmacy programs admit after the sophomore year. Others are a graduate program that follows graduation from a four-year baccalaureate program. The program is rigorous and demanding and relies heavily on a strong background in math and science.

Answer by  vinu (68)

In college you will proficient in math, physical science and chenistry and also take pre-pharmacy courses it will help you to enter easily in pharmacy school. you need to have undergraduate training before you apply in pharmacy school.

Answer by  Darry (3853)

Your studies will be heavy in the math and sciences but I would suggest some business courses as electives to round out your studies. Typical credits would include: General Chemistry, Calculus, Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Health, Business Economics, Principles of Life Science, Human Systems, Physics, Organic Chemistry. You may wish to add Accounting or other Economics courses as well.

Answer by  cameron86 (7)

Pharmacy schools require core science and math courses, such as biology and chemistry. The typical courses include the general biology and chemistry, microbiology, anatomy & physiology, organic chemistry, and their laboratories. Other courses that may be required are physics and mathematics, including algebra, trigonometry, and even calculus. Other general education requirements may include English composition, technical writing, and public speaking.

Answer by  belle39 (966)

You should take courses in biology, physics, English, psychology, chemistry and mathematics if you want to become a pharmacist. You should also consider foreign languages because of the growing Hispanic population. You should also learn about dosages and the kinds of medicine that work with certain doseases. These will be herlpful.