The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Certificate in Pharmacy Assistant course is an ideal choice for those who wish to pursue a career in the field of pharmacy. It is a one-year program that provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a successful pharmacy assistant. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of pharmacy, including the preparation and dispensing of medications, the maintenance of patient records, and the management of pharmacy operations.

The course is divided into two semesters, each of which consists of four courses. The first semester covers topics such as pharmacology, pharmaceutical calculations, pharmacy law and ethics, and pharmacy practice. The second semester focuses on topics such as pharmaceutical compounding, pharmacy management, and pharmacy technology. In addition to the coursework, students are also required to complete a practical training program in a pharmacy setting.

The Certificate in Pharmacy Assistant course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful pharmacy assistant. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to work in a variety of pharmacy settings, including retail, hospital, and long-term care pharmacies. They will also be able to provide quality customer service and be knowledgeable about the medications they are dispensing.

Course	Fee	Duration	Study Mode	University Type
Certificate In Pharmacy Assistant	Rs. 5,000	6 Months	Distance Learning	Open University

Semester	Syllabus
Semester 1	Introduction to Pharmacy, Pharmacy Practice, Pharmaceutical Chemistry-I, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
Semester 2	Pharmaceutical Chemistry-II, Pharmacognosy, Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Dispensing & Hospital Pharmacy
Semester 3	Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacology-I, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology-I, Pharmaceutical Marketing Management
Semester 4	Pharmaceutical Engineering, Pharmacology-II, Pharmaceutical Technology-II, Clinical Pharmacy & Therapeutics, Drug Store & Business Management

1. Introduction to Pharmacy
2. Pharmaceutical Calculations
3. Pharmacy Law and Ethics
4. Pharmacology
5. Pharmaceutical Chemistry
6. Pharmaceutics
7. Drug Delivery Systems
8. Pharmacognosy
9. Pharmaceutical Microbiology
10. Clinical Pharmacy
11. Community Pharmacy
12. Hospital Pharmacy
13. Quality Assurance in Pharmacy
14. Pharmaceutical Marketing
15. Pharmaceutical Management
16. Pharmaceutical Care
17. Drug Information Services
18. Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
19. Pharmaceutical Biochemistry
20. Pharmaceutical Technology