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    Certificate Programs in Pharmaceutical Science

    A certificate program is usually shorter than a degree program, and is very specific. This type of training program can lead to professional or trade certification in a multitude of areas. A certificate can also bridge a gap in your education and set you on a course for a higher degree.

    What is a certificate in pharmaceutical science? It is a certificate for a program focusing on the history of medicine, chemistry and physiology. Depending on your specific program, you will likely take classes in anatomy, human physiology, pharmacology (the way drugs affect the human body), toxicology (harmful effects drugs may have on the human body) and medical chemistry.

    Completing a certificate program in pharmaceutical science will help you to focus your education. You will be able to concentrate on a specific aspect of pharmaceutical science, such as regulatory affairs or clinical trials.

    Pharmaceutical science certificates can help further your career goals both at home and abroad. However, each country has its own education requirements and pharmaceutical regulations. Contact schools in the countries where you expect to use your certification to find out about specific program costs.

    A certificate in pharmaceutical science can open up many career options for you, depending on your focus. It could put you on the path to earning a Pharm.D degree and gaining licensure as a pharmacist. You could also go on to be a researcher, developing new drugs to promote health and wellness. Another career option is that of a pharmaceutical sales representative, where you would promote various drugs and advise physicians, hospitals or clinics on drug interactions, indications and side effects.

    Many schools and universities are catering to modern students’ need for flexibility by offering online classes. To find the school that matches your interests and needs, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.