What can my daughter do after completing D.Pharm? Should she get a job or opt for higher studies?

After completing the Bachelors program, graduates may go for advanced courses like Pharm D (Doctor of Pharmacy), M.Pharm. and PG Diploma courses. For more details about Pharm D course, check this article out- Pharm D course. After completing Masters, PG Diploma or Pharm D, one may go for relevant PhD program. Masters and PG Diploma courses can be used to specialize in disciplines within the field of pharmacy. Some of the well known disciplines include- Clinical Pharmacy Community Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Chemistry Nuclear Pharmacy Pharmacognosy Pharmacology Toxicology Diploma in Pharmacy certificate holders may start practicing as pharmacists in India. They may work at drug stores in Government hospitals, private hospitals, clinics, community health centers or private drug stores. In such a work setup, they usually check prescriptions (made by the Doctor), dispense drugs to patients, give them advice & directions, keep stock of drugs in storage, keep accounts and maintain the inventory. Other than working right after completing D Pharm course, one may also go for further studies (B Pharm, Pharm D, M.Pharm. etc). After completing Masters level course, one may take up the job of a lecturer/tutor/instructor at relevant pharmacy schools or institutes. Completing advanced course like PhD will help one build a career in the R&D (Research and Development) sector associated with the field of pharmacy.

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