If you are a pharmacist who has a bachelors in pharmacy degree and you want to advance your education and profession, an online PharmD program can help you accomplish your goal. Online programs are excellent choices for practicing pharmacists who need to complete the PharmD degree in order to stay competitive in your profession. You will be able to complete course work around your work obligations.
If you are not currently a pharmacist but are interested in becoming a pharmacist then an online PharmD program can help you accomplish the last 4 years of education you need to earn this degree. You will need to have two years of college classes in a pre-pharmacy track, before being accepted into a PharmD program.
An accredited (American Council on Pharmaceutical Education) online pharmacy program will provide you with the courses you need to complete the degree, to complete your internship and be ready to take the board exam (NAPLEX). Then you can obtain your license and start practicing.
The average annual salary for a PharmD prepared pharmacist is more than $78,000. the need for pharmacist is expected to be larger than the supply, so job opportunities are expected to be good. Pharmacists can work in hospitals, pharmacies or drug stores, pharmaceutical companies, the home health industry or for the government.
Course work for your degree can be completed online at your convenience, and internships can be arranged locally for you. You will have access to professor, classmates, library resources, and technology support. Take the time to visit an online college degree website and request information about the specific program you are interested in.
By: Tara Peterson
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PharmD – Online Pharmacy Degree Educational Programs
April 11th, 2010Pros and Cons of Online Education – 5 Things You Need to Know
March 12th, 2010
Of course there are pros and cons to earning your college degree online. It is important for you to know what that means to you. This article will cover several of those points. If it appears that online education is right for you there are many websites that will help you find the online college degree education program that is the best for you.
Accreditation: Not all schools are created equal. Make sure that the online college you are considering has the appropriate accreditation. Find out what accreditation is required for the particular career you are seeking. This will vary amongst occupations and professions. (of course this is true of traditional campus based schools as well)Financial aid: Recently legislation was passed that forbid the withholding of financial aid to a student at an online school based on that fact alone. However, this may still be an issue. Learning style: Online education is not for everyone. Some people are more social and less technologically inclined and find that a campus based school meets their abilities and personalities better. If you are self-driven, have a basic knowledge of computers, and do not need a campus to meet your social needs, then online education may be better for your style.Transferability: If you start an online program and then decide to transfer to another campus-based college, you will want to make sure your online credits will transfer. This is a question you need to ask the advisor before you select a school. On the other hand, choosing an online school will allow you to continue your education program even if you have to move, change jobs, or undergo some other new obligation. Creditability: Despite the fact that online degrees are increasing by 20% each year, as opposed to campus-based colleges which are increasing only 2% each year, some potential employers may not give an online degree the came credibility as a traditional campus based college degree. You need to do your homework here too. Ask potential employers what the general feeling is about online degrees, this can vary greatly related to occupation and the level of the degree you are seeking. Earning a college degree takes planning and perseverance. You need to make sure that you do your “homework” and select the program and the method of education that will best suit you and give you the “bank for your buck”. Make sure you ask the right questions of both campus-based traditional college education programs and online or distance college degree education programs. Talk to the advisor at whichever type of school you choose and make sure you understand the pros and cons.
By: Tara Peterson
