Programs Offered (PHARMACY)

•    Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (4 years)
•    Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy specialized in Clinical Pharmacy.
•    Doctor of Pharmacy (6 years)

 

Objectives


 

1.

Manifest a sense of national identity, cultural consciousness, moral integrity, and spiritual vigor

2.

Possess the required knowledge, skills values and competencies in the practice of pharmacy

3.

Are committed to safeguard the integrity of the pharmacy profession in order to provide leadership for the nation

4.

Possess the research skill needed to advance knowledge for the improvement of the quality of life

5.

Respond effectively to changing societal needs and conditions


 

Program Outcomes

1.

Demonstrate a working knowledge of concepts and principles on patient-centered pharmacy practice

2.

Use of problem solving skills to prevent or resolve problems within the practice of pharmacy;

3.

Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills in providing pharmaceutical care and patient counselling;

4.

Design pharmaceutical care services program with the integration of innovative business/ entrepreneurial strategies;

5.

Effectively utilize information and communication technology and demonstrate the ability to retrieve and analyze data to assist in drug information provision, patient care and safety;

6.

Evaluate scientific papers on research that lead to the development of drugs for prevention, diagnosis, mitigation and treatment of diseases and medical conditions;

7.

Practice the profession consistent with ethical, legal, social, economic standards of the pharmacy profession.


 

Pharmacy Course Requirements

 

Course Offerings

Undergraduate – Ladderized B.S. Pharmacy Course

Four Year Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS. Pharm.)

         The completion of a four-year professional curriculum with a total of 212 units is required to earn the degree Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. Completion of a total of 960 hours of internship in community, hospital pharmacy and manufacturing pharmacy is required before graduation effective SY 2013-2014.

 

Five Year Bachelor of Science specialized in Clinical Pharmacy

         The completion of a five-year professional curriculum with a total of 260 units is required to earn the degree Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy specialized in Clinical Pharmacy. Completion of a total of 960 hours of internship in community, hospital, manufacturing and major internship is required before graduation effective SY 2010-2011.

 

Six Year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

         A 6-year course leading to Doctor of Pharmacy which requires completion of 308 units of formal course work.  Completion of a total of 960 hours of internship in community, hospital pharmacy, manufacturing pharmacy and major internship and 36 units of pharmacy practice experience in clinical and drugstore setting on rotation sites effective SY 2010-2011.

 

2 Year Post Baccalaureate Degree

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

         A 2-year post baccalaureate course leading to Doctor of Pharmacy which requires completion of 50 units of formal course work and 36 units of pharmacy practice experience in clinical setting on rotation sites effective SY 2005-2006.

Employment opportunities for Pharmacy graduates