The Diploma in Pharmacy is ideal for those interested in chemistry and how medicine can help patients with their ailments. A career in pharmacy is excellent for those interested in health, disease, and science, whether working at a local healthcare facility to dispense medication from a general practitioner or in a complex hospital to ensure doctors, nurses, and patients receive the necessary advice and support.
Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant
Duration: 3 Yrs
Code:
HEA - 838
Shastalaya provides pharmacy courses for three years. This is the best short-term course for people wanting to start a career in this field. Pharmacy is a science and technology that prepares drugs (medicines). Pharmaceutical drugs are developed using chemical science. Pharmacists are also known as druggists, chemists, and doctors of pharmacy. Their primary responsibilities include compounding, dispensing medications, advising patients on dosage levels, and maintaining drug stores at hospitals, clinics, and drug stores.
Course Details
Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant Course Details
| COURSE TITLE | DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY ASSISTANT |
| COURSE CODE | HEA-838 |
| MEDIUM | ENGLISH |
| QUALIFICATION | 10th Pass |
| DURATION | TWO YEARS |
| CLASS TIMES | 10:00am–04:00pm |
MARK ALLOTMENT
| THEORY | 300 Marks |
| PRACTICAL | 200 Marks |
| INTERNAL | 100 Marks |
| TOTAL MARKS | 600 Marks |
| PASSING MARKS | 40/100 |
DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY ASSISTANT(FIRST YEAR)
| Paper | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | PHARMACEUTICS |
| Paper-II | PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY |
| Paper-III | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY |
PAPER-I PHARMACEUTICS
PART A
| Unit-I | Introduction To Different Dosage Forms, Introduction To Pharmacopoeias Objectives And Factors Affecting Size Reduction. Size Separation |
| Unit-II | Metrology Mixing And Homogenization Packaging Of Pharmaceuticals |
| Unit-III | Extraction And Galenicals. Clarification And Filtration. Heatprocesses. Introduction To Drying |
| Unit-IV | Distillation. Sterilization . |
| Unit-V | Study Of Immunological Products. Processing Of Tablets Processingof Capsules |
PRACTICAL
PART -B
| Unit-I | Dispensing Pharmacy. |
| Unit-II | Dispensed Medications. |
| Unit-III | Brief Chemistry And Role Ofproteins, Biphasic Liquid Dosage Forms. |
| Unit-IV | Brief Chemistry And Role Ofproteins, Semi-Soliddosageforms. |
| Unit-V | Brief Chemistry And Role Ofproteins, |
PAPER-II PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY
PART A
| Unit-I | Acids, Bases And Buffers. Gastro Intestinal Agents |
| Unit-II | Anti Oxidants. Topical Agents |
| Unit-III | Brief Chemistry And Role Ofproteins, Dental Products. Inhalants Respiratory Stimulants Expectorants And Emetics Antidotes. Major Intra And Extra Cellular Electrolytes |
| Unit-IV | Brief Chemistry And Role Ofproteins, Inorganic Official Compounds Radiopharmaceuticals And Contrastmedia Identification Tests For Cations And Anions |
| Unit-V | Quality Control Of Drugs And Pharmaceuticals |
PART B
| Unit-I | Introduction To The Nomenclature. The Chemistry Of Following Pharmaceutical Organic Compounds Antileprotic Drugs Anti-Tubercular Drugs Antimalarial Drugs |
| Unit-II | Antibiotics Antifungal Agents Tranquilizers |
| Unit-III | General Anaesthetics. Anti Depressant Drugs Adrenergic Antagonist |
| Unit-IV | Diuretic Drugs Cardio Vascular Drugs Hypo Glycemic Agents. Coagulants And Anticoagulants Local Anaesthetics |
| Unit-V | Analgesics And Antipyretics Thyroxine And Antithyroids |
PAPER-III HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
| Paper | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | Scope Of Anatomy And Physiology Structure Of Cell Elementary Tissues Of The Body Skeletal System, |
| Paper-II | Composition Of Blood, Lymph Glands. Cardio Vascular System, |
| Paper-III | Respiratory System. Urinary System Reproductivesystem |
| Paper-IV | Structure Of Skeletal Muscle Central Nervous System Organs Of Taste,Smell,Ear,Eyeandskin. |
| Paper-V | Digestivesystem Endocrine Glands And Hormones. |
PRACTICALS
DIPLOMA IN HOSPITAL AND NURSING MIDWIFERY (FINAL YEAR)
| Paper | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | PHARMACOGNOSY |
| Paper-II | BIOCHEMISTRY AND CLINICAL PATHOLOGY |
| Paper-III | PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY |
MARK ALLOTMENT
| THEORY | 300 Marks |
| PRACTICAL | 200 Marks |
| INTERNAL | 100 Marks |
| TOTAL MARKS | 600 Marks |
| PASSING MARKS | 40/100 |
PAPER-I PHARMACOGNOSYS
| Module | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Unit-I | Definition ,History And Scope Of Pharmacognosy Classification Of Drugs Of Natural Origin. Adulteration And Drug |
| Unit-II | Brief Outline Of Occurrence, Occurrence,Distribution, |
| Unit-III | Astringents,
Drugsacting On Nervous Systems,
Anti Hypertensives,
Anti Tussives, Anti Rheumatic, Anti Tumour, Anti Leprotics, Anti Diabetics, Diuretics, Anti Dysenterics, Anti Septics And Disinfectants, Anti Malarials. |
| Unit-IV | Oxytocics,Vitamins,Enzymes
Perfumes And Flavouring Agents Pharmaceutical Aids Miscellaneous |
| Unit-V | Collection And Preparation Of Crude Drugs Preparation And Identification Of Fibres Used In Sutures Gross Anatomica Studies. |
PRACTICAL
PAPER-II BIOCHEMISTRY AND CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
| Unit | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Unit-I | Introduction To Biochemistry. Brief Chemistry And Role Of Carbohydrates |
| Unit-II | Brief Chemistry And Role Ofproteins, Role Of Minerals |
| Unit-III | Brief Chemistry And Role Ofproteins, Brief Chemistry And Role Of Lipids. |
| Unit-IV | Brief Chemistry And Role Of Vitamins And Coenzymes. Enzymes |
| Unit-V | Normal And Abnormal Metabolism Of Proteins, Carbohydrates And Lipids. Introduction To Pathology Of Blood And Urine. |
PRACTICAL
PAPER-III PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY
| Module | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Unit-I | Introduction To Pharmacology, Routes Of Administration Of Drugs. Processes Of Absorption Of Drugs. Mechanism Of Drugs Action. |
| Unit-II | Pharmacological Classification Of Drugs. |
| Unit-III | Local Anaesthetics. Drugs Acting On Autonomic Nervous System. |
| Unit-IV | Drugs Acting On Respiratory System-. Physiological Role Of Histamine And Serotonin, Cardiovascular Drugs. Drugs Acting On The Blood Drugs Affecting Renal Function Hormones And Hormone Antagonists. Drugs Acting On Digestive |
| Unit-V | Chemotherapy Of Microbialdisease Chemotherapy Of Protozoal Diseases Chemotherapy Of Cancer. Disinfectants And Antiseptics. |
Frequently Asked Questions
You want to select a course to help you achieve your goals and create your future profession. You will always want to take classes that will future-proof your present skill sets, allowing you to excel in your job and advance your career path to success.
If you want to work in health care with people, the Pharmacy Assistant Diploma Program will prepare you for an entry-level job in retail pharmacies and pharmaceutical firms. Prescription processing, pharmacy software, compounding processes, inventory management, record-keeping, billing, regulatory requirements, and communications will all be covered in the course program.
A career as a pharmacist assistant is excellent for those who enjoy patient care, customer service, and organizational skills. There is a high demand for pharmacy services due to the increasing reliance on prescription pharmaceuticals and the increased awareness of physical well-being. The US Bureau of Statistics projects that the number of pharmacy assistants will expand by approximately 5% over the next decade, producing thousands of new jobs. It shows that the pharmacy industry offers excellent job opportunities.
