Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Mission

To prepare academically and professionally qualified pharmaceutical cadres capable of effective participation in the fields of pharmacy and scientific research, through the delivery of a high-quality academic and practical program that meets the needs of the healthcare sector and serves the community.

Objectives

The program aims to prepare students academically and professionally to be able to:
• Become scientifically and practically qualified pharmacy professionals capable of applying discipline-related knowledge and skills.
• Achieve professional competence in pharmacy practice while maintaining strong knowledge and adherence to professional ethics.
• Develop pharmacists’ skills and enhance their professional competence in the field of pharmacy.
• Provide and deliver high-quality healthcare services in the pharmaceutical field.
• Contribute to meeting community needs for pharmacists who are academically and practically qualified and committed to professional ethics.
• Graduate pharmacists capable of using information technologies and modern equipment employed in the pharmaceutical field.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
• Demonstrate knowledge of professional and scientific concepts and theories, as well as modern technologies used in pharmacy.
• Demonstrate scientific and applied skills required to perform all duties related to the pharmacy assistant role.
• Understand drug prescriptions and their uses.
• Know and understand methods for preparing pharmaceutical solutions and formulations.

Cognitive Skills

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
• Apply systematic and analytical thinking in the field of pharmacy.
• Select appropriate methods and materials for drug preparation.
• Analyze problems related to pharmacy practice.
• Interpret patient data in practical contexts.

Practical Skills

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
• Use devices and materials required in the pharmaceutical field.
• Participate as technicians in pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
• Dispense medications and explain their use under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Manage and store medications appropriately.
• Ensure personal and public safety and protection.

Transferable Skills

  1. Communicate and interact effectively as professional pharmacy practitioners.

  2. Participate actively in discussions on the rational use of medications.

  3. Apply professional ethics in dispensing and distributing medications by adhering to pharmacy practice laws and pharmaceutical regulations.

About

This program is one of the Health Sciences programs implemented by the Programs Unit at the Center for CECS – Ibb University. It is offered under the parallel education system for graduates of the General Secondary School Certificate (Science Track).

The duration of study is three years, organized into six academic semesters, after which graduates are awarded a Diploma in Pharmacy.

What distinguishes us

• Designed in accordance with strategic planning principles and based on up-to-date internal and external scientific references.
• Qualified and specialized teaching staff.
• Well-equipped classrooms and laboratories with appropriate tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Aligned with labor market needs in the pharmaceutical sector.

Career Opportunities After Graduation

Graduates may work in:
• Governmental and private pharmacies (hospitals, health centers, and maternal and child health centers) as pharmacy assistants alongside licensed pharmacists.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing plants and drug warehouses affiliated with companies.
• Dispensing and compounding medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Laboratories

The program includes dedicated laboratories for medical courses within the Center, in addition to scientific laboratories affiliated with the Faculty of Science.

Study Plan

Pharmacy Program Curriculum

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Course Descriptions

Pharmacy Program Curriculum

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