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After completing a Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm), there are several career opportunities available in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Graduates can work as licensed pharmacists in retail or hospital pharmacies, where they are responsible for dispensing medications and providing advice on drug usage. They can also pursue roles as medical representatives, promoting pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, or work in pharmaceutical companies in areas like production, quality control, or sales. Additionally, D. Pharm graduates can open their own pharmacies or pursue further studies, such as a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm), to expand their career options and expertise.

1. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AFTER DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY A SEMINAR on By Mr. Dattaprasad N. Vikhe M. Pharmacy- ( P h.D . Persuing ) Assistant Professor Department Of Pharmacognosy Pravara Rural College Of Pharmacy, Prvaranagar Date :- 28/09/2024

2. CONFUSED??? What are my skills??? What are my strength & talents???? What are my interest??? CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHARMACY

3. Choose The Right Career…. Goals Learning style. Values. Interests Career development. Personality. Skills. Abilities CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHARMACY

4. Introduction :- Pharmacist :- In general, Pharmacist also known as Chemists or Druggists , A re healthcare professionals who practice in pharmacy , the field of health Sciences focusing on safe & effective medication use. Apart from this Pharmacist is one who deals with all the fields related to medicines . CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHARMACY

5. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHARMACY Opportunities Outline :-

6. Job Opportunities After D. Pharm. Government Sector- Hospital Pharmacist Railway Pharmacist BSF, CRPF ISRO Pharmacists NCL (Coal Field/Hospitals) 2) Private Sector- Private Hospitals Private Clinics Pharmaceutical Companies CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHARMACY 3) Other Sales & Marketing Chemist Shops- (Self Owned – Private) Home Tutor 4) Higher Studies – B . Pharm – M. Pharm B.Sc .

7. Role of Pharmacist Core Fields :- Community Pharmacy. Clinical Pharmacy. Hospital Pharmacy. Industrial Pharmacy. Academic Pharmacy. Regulatory Pharmacy. Research Pharmacy. Research & Development. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHARMACY

8. Community Pharmacist -Role : Dispensing medications, providing drug-related information - Employment in retail pharmacies or self-employment -Skills required: Communication, drug knowledge -Role : Manage hospital pharmacy, collaborate with healthcare teams - Ensure safe and effective use of medications - Opportunities in government and private hospitals Hospital Pharmacist

9. Clinical Pharmacist -Role : Direct patient care, optimizing medication therapies - Work in collaboration with doctors and nurses -Importance of post- D Pharmacy certifications or degrees -Departments :- Manufacturing , Quality Control, Quality Assurance - Roles in production of medicines, cosmetics, and nutraceuticals - Opportunities in regulatory affairs and R&D Pharmaceutical Industry

10. Medical Representative -Role : Promoting company’s drugs to doctors and healthcare professionals - Key skills: Communication, sales, and market knowledge - Career growth opportunities in marketing and sales management - Opportunities in regulatory bodies like Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - Pharmacist roles in government hospitals, dispensaries - Competitive exams and qualifications Government Jobs

11. Research & Development - Role in drug discovery, development, and testing - Collaboration with scientists and researchers - Further studies (B Pharmacy, M Pharmacy) for better roles - Ensuring that pharmaceutical products comply with regulations - Work in pharmaceutical companies, consulting firms - Knowledge of global regulatory standards required Regulatory Affairs

12. Entrepreneurship - Start your own pharmacy or medical supply business - Manufacturing or distributing pharmaceuticals - Skills: Business acumen, market knowledge - Teaching opportunities in D Pharmacy and B Pharmacy institutes - Roles: Lab technician, instructor - Further qualifications (B Pharmacy, M Pharmacy) are beneficial Teaching & Academia

13. Further Education - Options after D Pharmacy: B Pharmacy, M Pharmacy, Pharm.D - Specializations in Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, etc. - Long-term career growth with higher degrees - Licensure exams like PEBC (Canada), NAPLEX (USA), etc. - Job prospects abroad as a pharmacist - Requirements: Language proficiency, certification International Opportunities

14. Criteria’s For Higher Studies For Direct Second Year B. Pharmacy Eligibility Criteria :- Minimum 50 % Marks in Diploma in Pharmacy. Seats :- Available – For 60 Intake – 6 Seats For 100 Intake – 10 Seats Distribution As per Category CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHARMACY OPEN /EWS OBC/SBC/NT/VJ-NT SC/ST 60% 27% 13% Documents Required Nationality Domicile 10 th Mark sheet 12 th Mark sheet D. Pharm Final Yr. Mark Sheet EWS/Cast Certificate Cast Validity Certificate Income Certificate Non- Creamy Layer Certificate Leaving Certificate Identy Card Size Photo Valid Mail ID Mobile No. of Student Aadhar Card

15. Thank You….. Prof. Dattaprasad n. vikhe – assistant professor – prcop , pravaranagar