Pre-Pharmacy

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Program Area
BIOL- Biology
Area of Interest
Health and Wellness
Degree Earned
Associate in Biology DTA/MRP
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In Cascadia College's Pre-Pharmacy pathway, you will be prepared for an appropriate bachelor's degree and be able to complete the minimum course requirements in math and sciences that are necessary for the eventual pursuit of a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. A Pharm.D. degree typically takes about three years of full-time study after the completion of the college-level prerequisites or after completing a recommended bachelor's degree.

Cost

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Modalities

Coursework may be completed through a combination of in-person (web enhanced), hybrid and online modes, though not every course is offered in the same modality each quarter. Specific courses may be offered at certain times of the year. Consult the current Class Schedule.

Placement

Many courses at Cascadia College have placement prerequisites for reading, writing and math ability. The courses that you will place into determine how you progress through your pathway and how long your degree will take. There are a variety of ways to find your English and Math placement level.  

Find your placement options

Math Notes

You will need to consult with an academic advisor after placement to be sure to enroll in a course that is consistent with your planned course of study.

Entrance requirements for pharmacy school usually include completing calculus and a statistics course. (MATH&151 Calculus I, MATH&146 Introduction to Statistics.)

Contact

If you have any questions about this pathway, contact: advising@cascadia.edu 

Planning Your Courses:

The information below assumes the following:

  • You will be attending full-time each quarter (3 classes)
  • You will start in the fall quarter
  • You are ready to take 100 and 200-level classes in your first quarter
  • You are NOT taking courses during summer quarters

If any of these points do not apply to you, you can still complete the pathway! You will just need to make some adjustments to your course schedule. Talk with an Academic Advisor to create a long-term academic plan that meets your needs.

The Annual Course Planning Guide shows Cascadia’s tentative plan for classes and the quarters in which they are offered. It is intended for planning purposes only and should not be considered a guarantee of class offerings. Actual quarterly sections may be changed, added, or removed. Students should use the Searchable Quarterly Class Schedule to see up to date class offerings.

Quarter One (Fall)

Action Items This Quarter
Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
154
44
0
16

Quarter Two (Winter)

Action Items This Quarter
  • Pharmacy programs typically do not exist at the Bachelor's degree level. Begin researching pharmacy programs and their entry requirements.
  • Look for local opportunities to participate in related activities.
Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
0.00
0.0
0.00
10
Sub-Total Credits
99
44
0
21

Quarter Three (Spring)

Action Items This Quarter
  • Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
  • Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major/university. Are you on track?
Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
0.00
0.0
0.00
5
Sub-Total Credits
99
44
0
16

Quarter Four (Fall)

Action Items This Quarter
  • Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications!
  • Apply for next year's financial aid at your desired universities.
    • If next year's FAFSA isn't available yet, set a reminder for when it will be!
Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
0.00
0.0
0.00
10
Sub-Total Credits
55
22
0
21

Quarter Five (Winter)

Action Items This Quarter
Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
0.00
0.0
0.00
5
0.00
0.0
0.00
10
Sub-Total Credits
33
66
0
21

Quarter Six (Spring)

Action Items This Quarter
Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
121
110
0
16

Choice Classes: Distribution and Elective Requirements - Explore and align your interests.

The recommended choice classes listed below were thoughtfully chosen to help you gain the necessary skills in this pathway. You are welcome to choose other choice classes outside the recommended list, but consult with an academic advisor to be sure that the classes meet the specific requirements for this pathway.

150 Equity, Diversity, and Power (10 credits)

To meet the Equity, Diversity, and Power completion requirement, you must complete one 150-series EDP course, and at least one additional EDP-designated course for a total of ten (10) credits. EDP courses in the 150-series ground students in the needed cognitive tools and background to critically analyze their position in our increasingly interconnected, complex, and diverse world so they can pursue further study and seek out their careers more intentionally. EDP designated courses may also apply toward Humanities, Social Science, Natural Science, or General Elective distribution requirements as indicated.

Choose one:

  • CMST 150 Multicultural Communication
    GS 150 Globalization, Culture and Identity
  • HIST 150 Cultural Diversity and Challenges in United States History
  • HUMAN 150 Introduction to Cultural Studies
  • SOC 150 Social Inequality

Choose one additional course designated in EDP in any distribution area by choosing from the choice classes lists or checking the current class schedule for additional EDP designated courses.

Total Credits
90

Transfer Opportunities

For this pathway, Cascadia College recommends the Associate's degree linked at the top of this page. However, the College offers multiple degrees which are designed for transfer to public and private four-year institutions. Please consult with an Academic Advisor about which degree may be best suited for your long-term goals. 

Local Transfer Opportunities

University of Washington, Seattle

Washington State University

View Cascadia’s Transfer Agreements for details of our partnerships with other colleges and universities.

University admissions requirements may vary – consult with the Career and Transfer Center for transfer assistance to plan your career and future educational goals. 

Career Possibilities

Pharmacists dispense medications that are prescribed by doctors and other health care workers, and provide information about their use. They check patient records to make sure there will not be a negative interaction with another medication the patient is taking. Pharmacists review the accuracy of each prescription before it is given to the patient. When customers pick up medications, pharmacists give them instructions for taking the medicine. Pharmacists advise patients about what side effects might be experienced. Some pharmacists work in specialized fields, such as hospitals and clinics (clinical pharmacists) or for health care facilities and insurance providers (consultant pharmacists). 

You can learn more about career possibilities related to your interests in this pathway through O*Net Online. O*Net Online shares information about related careers, salary, skills related to the industry and more.

Connect with Cascadia’s Career and Transfer Center for assistance as you go through the process of planning career and future educational goals.Some job opportunities may also exist in business corporations, non-profits, and Tribal Enterprises.