hollypocket 0 #1 August 18, 2009 So I want to get into Pharmacy School. But it's really crappy doing the research on my own, for HOW to get there. Any input? (oh p.s. sorry I've been gone so long)\\> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TiaDanger 0 #2 August 18, 2009 Do you have a biology/biochem/chemistry bachelors degree? Thats the first place to start. Then (if haven't already) get a job at a pharmacy and get your credentials as a pharmacy tech. Its hard to get accepted to pharmacy school if they see that you don't have any experience in the field. Study your butt off and do well on your PCAT. Get some voluteer experience so that when you apply, they see that you have interests in giving back to your community.And for the record: the appropriate ranking of cool modes of transportation is jet pack, hover board, transporter, Batmobile, and THEN giant ant. D.S. #8.8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TiaDanger 0 #3 August 18, 2009 QuoteBut it's really crappy doing the research on my own No offense, but if you already think its hard work to do the research on how to get in, how will you fare when you actually get in and are put under a very difficult courseload? If its something that you really want, the research should be the exciting part. Many of my best friends are in pharmacy school and I am currently in grad school for biology and am applying to medical school and we all work our asses off every single day. Just know what you are getting into...if you still want to go, thats AWESOME and pm me if you want more application advice. But it is very hard work.And for the record: the appropriate ranking of cool modes of transportation is jet pack, hover board, transporter, Batmobile, and THEN giant ant. D.S. #8.8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GLIDEANGLE 1 #4 August 18, 2009 What you don't want to hear: If doing a bit of on-line research about your desired career, is too "crappy" for you, you aren't cut out to be a pharmacist. Based on the many pharmacists I have dealt with over the last 27 years as a nurse, I would say that almost all are: -- Detail obsessed -- Very bright -- Inquisitive -- Very well prepared -- Self starters If you can't figure out how to find this info, or are too lazy to find it for yourself.... the odds of you getting into, and graduating from, pharmacy school are VERY remote. Be honest with yourself, it will save you and your family LOTS of time and $$$.The choices we make have consequences, for us & for others! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #5 August 18, 2009 Try Ferris State University in Michigan. They take everyone. Well, they took me... for thousands of dollars.Seriously they have a pharmacy program. Pharm out man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beerlight 0 #6 August 19, 2009 QuoteSo I want to get into Pharmacy School. Quote Why pharm school? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hollypocket 0 #7 August 19, 2009 I am a licensed pharmacy tech, therefore want to further pursue the pharmaceutical field. The "crappy" part was sarcasm, albeit nearly impossible to read in plain text, I'm just tryin to get some help. People, people, SMILE! /\\> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Beerlight 0 #8 August 19, 2009 Quote I am a licensed pharmacy tech, therefore want to further pursue the pharmaceutical field. The "crappy" part was sarcasm, albeit nearly impossible to read in plain text, I'm just tryin to get some help. People, people, SMILE! It's awesome you are pursuing something you enjoy! Go get em'! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ryoder 1,406 #9 August 19, 2009 Quote Try Ferris State University in Michigan. They take everyone. Well, they took me... for thousands of dollars.Seriously they have a pharmacy program. Pharm out man. Small world. I knew a guy from my home town who went to pharmacy school there: Jim Dunn When I was at Purdue, I got a copy of the placement report every year. The notable thing about the pharmacy grads was their starting salaries always topped all other majors."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites robskydiv 0 #10 August 19, 2009 Just think of the benefits. Great pay, You know as a pharm tech that you are a shield in many cases for the pharmacist, dealing with disgruntled customers who are upset about their insurance, etc... You don't have to work with nurses, or too closely with doctors. Go for it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hollypocket 0 #11 August 20, 2009 Thanks for the encouragement guys! I don't thnik I'll be convincing the hubby to move outta state tho. At least there's plenty of Pharm Schools right here in So Cal... /\\> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ryoder 1,406 #12 August 20, 2009 Quote You don't have to work with nurses, or too closely with doctors. Go for it! That depends; I worked in the plant operations dept of a hospital for several years before going to college. We had a fulltime pharmacy in the hospital. Believe me; They worked closely with doctors and nurses. One cool thing about the pharmacy; They periodically got a shipment of alcohol that our dept had to bring in from the loading dock; A FIFTY-FIVE GALLON steel drum containing PURE 200-PROOF alcohol. Ahh...the party that could have supplied."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites robskydiv 0 #13 August 20, 2009 Yep Ryoder, that 's true. I was thinking more of the retail setting. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hollypocket 0 #14 August 31, 2009 Quote One cool thing about the pharmacy; They periodically got a shipment of alcohol that our dept had to bring in from the loading dock; A FIFTY-FIVE GALLON steel drum containing PURE 200-PROOF alcohol. Ahh...the party that could have supplied. That is fantastic news! CHOC Hospital, here I come!/\\> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
hollypocket 0 #7 August 19, 2009 I am a licensed pharmacy tech, therefore want to further pursue the pharmaceutical field. The "crappy" part was sarcasm, albeit nearly impossible to read in plain text, I'm just tryin to get some help. People, people, SMILE! /\\> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beerlight 0 #8 August 19, 2009 Quote I am a licensed pharmacy tech, therefore want to further pursue the pharmaceutical field. The "crappy" part was sarcasm, albeit nearly impossible to read in plain text, I'm just tryin to get some help. People, people, SMILE! It's awesome you are pursuing something you enjoy! Go get em'! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,406 #9 August 19, 2009 Quote Try Ferris State University in Michigan. They take everyone. Well, they took me... for thousands of dollars.Seriously they have a pharmacy program. Pharm out man. Small world. I knew a guy from my home town who went to pharmacy school there: Jim Dunn When I was at Purdue, I got a copy of the placement report every year. The notable thing about the pharmacy grads was their starting salaries always topped all other majors."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robskydiv 0 #10 August 19, 2009 Just think of the benefits. Great pay, You know as a pharm tech that you are a shield in many cases for the pharmacist, dealing with disgruntled customers who are upset about their insurance, etc... You don't have to work with nurses, or too closely with doctors. Go for it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hollypocket 0 #11 August 20, 2009 Thanks for the encouragement guys! I don't thnik I'll be convincing the hubby to move outta state tho. At least there's plenty of Pharm Schools right here in So Cal... /\\> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,406 #12 August 20, 2009 Quote You don't have to work with nurses, or too closely with doctors. Go for it! That depends; I worked in the plant operations dept of a hospital for several years before going to college. We had a fulltime pharmacy in the hospital. Believe me; They worked closely with doctors and nurses. One cool thing about the pharmacy; They periodically got a shipment of alcohol that our dept had to bring in from the loading dock; A FIFTY-FIVE GALLON steel drum containing PURE 200-PROOF alcohol. Ahh...the party that could have supplied."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robskydiv 0 #13 August 20, 2009 Yep Ryoder, that 's true. I was thinking more of the retail setting. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hollypocket 0 #14 August 31, 2009 Quote One cool thing about the pharmacy; They periodically got a shipment of alcohol that our dept had to bring in from the loading dock; A FIFTY-FIVE GALLON steel drum containing PURE 200-PROOF alcohol. Ahh...the party that could have supplied. That is fantastic news! CHOC Hospital, here I come!/\\> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
