Hi i am a junior now in High School i want to be a pharmacist. what high school courses should i take?

Question

I took 3 years of higher Biology, 2 years of higher chemistry, 4 years of math, but i didn't take physic or economics should i take these courses senoir year?

Answer 1

You really do not need economics. At at least at the school I'm at there is no requirement for economics. You are in your senior year eh? Well here is what I would do. Is there a community college in your town or near by? If there is, than go register for some higher level science classes, look into microbiology, organic chemistry, or physics. Also, speak to your high school. I'm sure they can cover for your tuition too. By taking credits at a community college, you will fulfill your high school graduation credit requirement because it would count for HS as well. Apart from that, the credits you take will also count at the college you are going to. So let's say that you need 126 credits to graduate from college, you can automatically cut off 6 or 12 credits (however many you take) of off your requirement.

And plus, you'll be a semester or a year head of your actual classification. Meaning, instead of a freshman you'll be a sophomore.

Last but not least, when you are looking at colleges try to get your first 60 credits from a community college. I can assure you the classes such as physics, microbiology, chemistry, math or any classes will be so much easier at a community level than a university. That's what my sister did and it worked out well.

I hope everything works out well for you.

Answer 2

Yea, anything that deals with pharmacy and medicine, you should load yourself with A LOT of sciences and mathematics. Take at least 2 A.P. classes in your senior yr. Believe me, you're are going to thank me in the long run. See, when you're in high school, you should take hard sciences, because when you're in college, professors, assume that you already know the basics in whatever subject. He is a little guideline that will help you:

To work as a pharmacist, you must:

complete at least two years of pre-pharmacy courses in college
graduate from a four-year pharmacy program
complete an internship; and
pass a state licensing exam.

Formal Education
Pharmacy programs take four years to complete and grant a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. These programs teach students to fill prescriptions, advise patients, and confer with physicians and other health workers.

You need at least two years of college-level classes before entering a college of pharmacy. Most students enter pharmacy programs after completing three years of college.

Many college programs qualify you for pharmacy school. Regardless of major, you should take courses in math, chemistry, and biology. You also study physics, humanities, and social sciences. You do not have to complete a formal pre-pharmacy program.

On-the-job Training
While in pharmacy school you will get some real work experience by working as an ""extern"" in different settings. For example, you may work in a community pharmacy or hospital.

After finishing a pharmacy program, you must complete an internship. During the internship you work under the guidance of a licensed pharmacist.

Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this specific occupation. While you do not have to take all of them, you should consider them in course planning. Some of these courses are also available at colleges and technical schools.

Business
Recordkeeping
Introduction to Business

Computer and Information Sciences
Basic Computer
Business Computer Applications
General Computer Applications

Elective Activities
Leadership
Community Service

English Language and Literature
English Composition
English and Language Arts (Four years)
Public Speaking
Technical Writing

Health and Safety Education
Community Health
Health Education

Healthcare Sciences
Exploration of Healthcare Occupations Careers
Healthcare Occupations
Advanced Health Occupations
Healthcare Sciences Work Experience

Life and Physical Sciences
Physical Science
Anatomy and Physiology
Biology
Advanced Biology courses
Chemistry
Advanced Chemistry courses

Second Language and Literature
Second Language
Latin or Greek

Social Sciences and History
Consumer Law
Economics

Answer 3

If you are interested in a health care career, you should take as much science, math, and social science courses as possible while in high school. Because there is a strong focus on college-level science prerequisites for medical and other health professions schools, having the strongest possible science and math background in high school will help you get off to the best possible start in college. Additionally, because the health professions are people-focused, most health professions schools are increasing their emphasis in social science/cultural study preparation.

Biology (1 year minimum, with lab)
Chemistry (1 year minimum, with lab)
Physics (1 year, with lab)
Mathematics (4 years - at least through trigonometry/pre-calculus)
English literature and composition (4 years)
Foreign language (2 years minimum) Latin would be the best
Psychology or sociology (if available)

Answer 4

Although physics and economics are great classes to take regardless of your career choice, they will not help you much in pharmacy. Focus on as much Chemistry as possible, and as much math secondary to that.
If you plan on owning your own pharmacy shop at some point, you may want to also look into business and accounting courses.
Also, I'm not sure where you live, but Southwestern Oklahoma State University has a great pharmacy program.

Answer 5

It sounds like you're on the right track. Take a lot of Biology classes and of course, Chemistry and Math. Take as much Science as possible but don't burn yourself out during Senior year. You still want to have fun........good luck!

Answer 6

You don't have to, but it shows you didn't slack off. Otherwise, you're probably fine. Pharmacy schools look more at making sure you took the required courses in college.

Since you're still a junior, look into pharmacy schools that have programs that guarantee you a place in the pharmacy school later. Save you some time possibly. Check USC's TAP program as an example.

Answer 7

Science at high school, chemistry if not biology at college (year 11, 12) then Bachelor of Pharmacy - undergraduate degree at university.

Answer 8

Definitely take economics, as you will be involved in business as a pharmacist. Physics would be a good idea, also, unless it just kills your schedule. Remember, you're supposed to have just a little fun in your senior year!

Answer 9

Physics would be good
Any math or biology would be good as well
Statistics would help

Answer 10

Yes because you'll have to take both of those and calculus- you'll do better on college level if you are exposed to them now in high school.
Good luck- it's hard work, demanding but very interesting.