Training and Responsibilities

Becoming a Pharmacist – A Guide to Studies, Licensing and Responsibilities

To become a pharmacist, you must complete a four-year university degree in pharmacy, followed by a practical year in a pharmacy and, finally, the third state examination. Once you have received your licence to practise, you can work as a pharmacist.

PTA Training – Duties, Duration and Career as a Pharmacy Technician

To become a pharmacy technician (PTA), you need to complete a two-year course at a PTA school, followed by a six-month practical placement in a pharmacy. After completing the training, you must pass a state examination. PTAs work under the supervision of pharmacists and assist with the preparation of medicines and the delivery of pharmaceutical services, as well as advising patients.

Pharmaceutical-Commercial Assistant Training – Pharmacy Administration and Organisation

: Their main duties involve administrative and commercial tasks in the pharmacy. These include ordering and correctly storing goods, and managing stock and invoices.