The Diploma in Pharmacy at Royo College of Medical and Health Sciences is a 3-year program designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills to work as pharmacy technicians. Graduates will be trained to assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing pharmaceutical inventory, providing patient education on drug usage, and supporting the healthcare team in various medical settings.
📌 Duration: 3 years (Theory + Practical Training + Clinical Rotations)
📌 Mode of Study: Classroom learning, laboratory exercises, and clinical attachments
To be eligible for this diploma program, applicants must meet the following minimum KCSE requirements:
✅ Mean Grade: C- (Minus) or higher
✅ English/Kiswahili: C- (Minus) or higher
✅ Biology/Chemistry: C- (Minus) or higher
✅ Mathematics/Physics: C- (Minus) or higher
The curriculum focuses on various aspects of pharmacy practice, including:
💊 Pharmaceutical Sciences – Understanding drug chemistry, pharmacology, and formulation
🩺 Pharmacy Practice & Dispensing – Learning to prepare and dispense medications accurately
💉 Drug Dosage & Administration – Understanding proper drug dosage, forms, and routes of administration
🧪 Pharmaceutical Technology – Studying the production and formulation of pharmaceutical products
💊 Pharmacovigilance – Monitoring and reporting adverse drug reactions
📋 Pharmacy Management & Ethics – Managing pharmacy operations and adhering to ethical standards
Students will undergo clinical training in hospitals, community pharmacies, and other healthcare settings.
Graduates can work as:
🏥 Pharmacy Technicians – Dispensing medications and assisting pharmacists in pharmaceutical care
🏪 Pharmacy Assistants – Supporting pharmacy operations in community pharmacies and hospitals
💊 Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives – Promoting and selling pharmaceutical products
🧪 Pharmacy Laboratory Technicians – Assisting in drug formulation and testing in pharmaceutical labs
💼 Pharmacy Administrators – Managing pharmacy stocks, inventories, and administrative tasks
Upon completion, students must sit for the Pharmacy and Poisons Board examination to become licensed pharmacy technicians.
For enrollment and further details, contact Royo College of Medical and Health Sciences today!
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