Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
- Description
Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
2 academic years, 120 ECTS, Diploma
- Programme Description
- Learning Outcomes
- Programme Structure
- Programme Syllabi
- Academic Staff
- Accredited Programme by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CY.Q.A.A.)
- Government Grant up to €3.420 for each year of study (with income criteria)
A pioneering step of KES College is the creation of the Pharmacy Assistants’ Programme. This two-year programme offers full-time attendance leading to a Diploma. The Pharmacy Assistant programme is the first in Cyprus, is registered in the Register of the Ministry of Education and Culture and is also evaluated – Certified by the Council of Educational Evaluation – Accreditation [C.E.E.A].
The profession of Pharmacy Assistant is a responsible and, at the same time, interesting paramedical profession related to Health and more specifically to the pharmacy.
The Pharmacy Assistant (Technician) duties include:
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General support of pharmacies in private and public pharmacies (help with prescriptions, drug management, etc.)
- Performing specific tasks in medical centres (eg preparation of appropriate concentration of anti-cancer drugs, etc.)
- Support of pharmacists in specialised departments of the State Pharmaceutical Services
Job Opportinities
- Community pharmacies
- Public sector (Pharmaceutical Services of the Cyprus Ministry of Health)
- Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre
- German Oncology Centre (Limassol)
- Medical Centres (Hospitals, clinics)
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Pharmaceutical Stores
- Medical and laboratory consumables Companies
- Cosmetic companies
- Private sector companies in the health industry
- Cover the existing gap for well-educated Pharmacy Assistants (Technicians) who can respond to the demands of European and international standards.
- Offer satisfactory scientific knowledge [medical and pharmaceutical] to those who intend to follow this profession in a way which will enable them to work in an accurate and sufficient manner, so that they will constitute the indispensable and valuable assistant of the pharmacist.
- Contribute in a way that the prospective Pharmacy Assistants (Technicians) can exercise their profession based on professional ethics and legislation.
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| SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
| Human Anatomy | 3 | 6 |
| General and Inorganic Chemistry | 3 | 6 |
| Cell Biology | 2 | 4 |
| General English I | 2 | 4 |
| Safety and Hygiene at Work | 1 | 2 |
| First Aids | 1 | 2 |
| Elements of Statistics / Accounting | 2 | 3 |
| Basic Principles and Computers Applications | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 16 | 30 |
| Semester 2 |
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| SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
| Physiology I | 3 | 6 |
| Organic Chemistry | 2 | 4 |
| Pharmacy Law and Ethics | 1 | 2 |
| English Terminology | 2 | 4 |
| Introduction to Pharmacology | 2 | 3 |
| Organization and Pharmacy Management Software | 3 | 6 |
| Pharmaceutical Microbiology | 3 | 5 |
| TOTAL | 16 | 30 |
| Semester 3 |
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| SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Elements of Chemistry of Natural Products | 2 | 4 |
| Pharmacology Ι | 3 | 6 |
| Food Supplements | 1 | 2 |
| Medical Devices | 1 | 2 |
| Natural Pharmaceutical Products | 1 | 2 |
| Elements of Pharmaceutical Technology | 4 | 6 |
| Practical Training (in Pharmacy) | 7 | 8 |
| TOTAL | 19 | 30 |
| Semester 4 |
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| SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS |
| Pharmacology ΙΙ | 4 | 8 |
| Quality Control of Medicines | 1 | 2 |
| Special courses in Cosmetology | 1 | 2 |
| Specialized Pharmacology: Formulary | 2 | 3 |
| Pharmaceutical Marketing | 2 | 3 |
| Preparation and Control of Pharmaceutical Forms | 3 | 4 |
| Practical Training (in Pharmacy) | 7 | 8 |
| TOTAL | 20 | 30 |
*P.P.W.: Period per week. Duration: 55 minutes
Human Anatomy
The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the construction of the human body and be able to refer to the main bones of the human skeleton structure as well as to the anatomical levels of the body.
General and Inorganic Chemistry
The main purpose of the course is to provide students with basic knowledge of General and Inorganic Chemistry which are essential for the understanding and consolidation of the knowledge required by a Medical Representative.
Cell Biology
The aim of the course is to cover basic aspects of Cell Biology so that the students can adequately understand the structure and function of the cell. Emphasis is placed on the organic structure of the cell as well as on cell biomolecules (proteins, polysaccharides, lipids and nucleic acids).
General English
The objective of the course is to introduce and familiarize students with the English language, and further development their writing and oral skills.
Safety and Hygiene at Work
The course introduces students to safety and Hygiene issues in the workplace.
First aid
The First Aid course enables students to acquire the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge of first aid. The correct consolidation of these knowledge will enable them to apply the acquired knowledge in the future, to think and act properly in emergencies on injuries or accidents.
Elements of Statistics / Accounting
The Elements of Statistics / Accounting course aims to familiarize students with the main parameters involved in the introduction to Accounting and Biostatistics. In this module the student is introduced in the field of accounting at basic level as well as in the concepts of statistics from the perspective of Biostatistics.
Basic Principles and Computers Applications
The Basic Principles and Computers Applications course enables students to understand the main concepts of Information Technology (IT) and to acquire knowledge and skills in using the basic functions of a computer. Students will also be able to use a text editor application, a worksheet application, a presentation application, and understand the terms of using the Internet and the concepts of e-mail.
Physiology I
The course aims to offer in-depth understanding of the physiological processes of the human body and familiarize students with the physiological functions of the cells, organs and the main human systems. Students will gain an understanding of the main elements of physiology of the circulatory, digestive, lymphatic and respiratory systems of the human body.
Organic Chemistry
The main objective of the course is for students to acquire basic knowledge of Organic Chemistry with the final result of having the knowledge necessary for the profession of pharmacy assistant.
Pharmacy Law and Ethics
The aim of the course is provide students with the essential knowledge of important legal regulations concerning the medical and pharmaceutical practice. The students will be prepared to work as medical representatives following the up-to-date existing regulations. Furthermore, students will get in touch with several aspects of Bioethics, ethical dilemmas and considerations of issues that are emerging from biomedical advances.
English Terminology
The objective of the course is to introduce and familiarize students with the English language, and further development their writing and oral skills.
Introduction to Pharmacology
The Introduction to Pharmacology course aims to bring students into contact with the pharmacology course. Pharmacy Assistants after completing the course will be familiar with the basic concepts of pharmacology and will get a general idea of the drugs, categories and methodology of their classification. They will also be able to recognize the abbreviations and units of measurement used in medicines as well as how to obtain the necessary information for their rational use.
Organization and Pharmacy Management Software
The course is the familiarization of students with the main parameters involved in the organization and operation of the pharmacy. Additionally, learning the Win – Pharm program software specifically for POS operations and preparing and receiving electronic orders by printing the relevant labels. Particular emphasis will be given to the preparation of reports that will serve for improvement / corrective actions aimed at more rational management of stocks.
Pharmaceutical Microbiology
The course of Pharmacy Microbiology introduces students to the general principles of Microbiology with a particular orientation on the side of Microbiology that is related to man and especially to medicine.
Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Elements of Chemistry of Natural Products Pharmacology The aim of this course is to provide students with the basic chemical characteristics of substances used in pharmacy.
Pharmacology I
The course’s aim is to introduce the science of Pharmacology to the students, preparing them for future clinical practice. The students will get to know the various categories and mechanisms of action of medicines that are used for the management of inflammation, pain, basic diseases of the nervous, cardiovascular, digestive and respiratory system.
Food Supplements
The course “Nutritional Supplements” is to adequately build students on knowledge related to nutrients, their necessity and the importance of nutritional supplements.
Natural Pharmaceutical Products
The course aims at informing the students and their relative understanding of the basic elements referring to pharmacologically active ingredients of natural origin.
Elements of Pharmaceutical Technology
The course “Elements of Pharmaceutical Technology” is the description and understanding by the student of the main pharmaceutical forms as well as the physicochemical and pharmaceutical texturing processes related to them.
Practical Training (in pharmacy) I
The course “Practical Training (in pharmacy) I” is the familiarization of students with the working reality that governs the field of Pharmacy Techniques and the application of theoretical knowledge in a real environment. It also aims at creating new opportunities for professional rehabilitation of graduates of the Program of Study.
Pharmacology II
The course in Pharmacology II aims to make students aware of the drugs used to treat diseases of the endocrine, renal and immune systems. Antibiotics, antifungals, antiparasitics and anti-cancer drugs are also covered. There is also a reference to vitamins, medications applied to the eye, nose, ears, skin and drugs that face the virus, Alzheimer’s disease, erectile dysfunction and osteoporosis.
Quality Control of Medicines
The course introduces the students to the theoretical background of the instrumental drug analysis, but at the same time the students come in contact with the practical field of pharmaceutical analysis.
Special courses in Cosmetology
The course is the adequate construction of students in knowledge related to the types, preparation, maintenance, circulation, use and properties of cosmetic preparations.
Specialized Pharmacology: Formulary
The course “Specialized Pharmacology: Formulary” is the familiarization of the student with the names of the most commonly prescribed drugs.
Pharmacy Marketing
The “Pharmacy Marketing” course is familiarizing students with the main parameters involved in the organization of the pharmacy (ordering procedures, receiving and storing pharmaceuticals and handling the pharmacy equipment).
Preparation and Control of Pharmaceutical Forms
The course aims at educating students to possess basic knowledge of pharmaceutical practice including the rules for managing cytostatic drugs and first aids.
Practical Training (in pharmacy) II
The course “Practical Training (in pharmacy) II” is the familiarization of students with the working reality that governs the field of Pharmacy Techniques and the application of theoretical knowledge in a real environment. It also aims at creating new opportunities for professional rehabilitation of graduates of the Program of Study.
Coordinator of the Programme:
Office: 5 Kallipolis Avenue, 1055 Nicosia
Tel.: 0035722875737
E-mail: [email protected]
- Assos Charalambos
- Athanasiou Athanasios
- Charalambous Agis
- Demetriou Demetris
- Malekou Thalia
- Dr. Sophocleous Xanthi
- Yerokostas Costas
- Dr. Sarris Demetrios
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Physical Education
Programmes of Study: Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Coach, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Mr Charalambos Assos is a Lecturer at KES College since 2018. He is a holder of an undergraduate university Degree and an MSc in Physical Education from the University of Semmelweis while he is also in the process of obtaining a postgraduate qualification in Special Inclusive Education from the European University of Cyprus. Mr Assos has a SHO 1st Dan in Karate, he works since 2014 at a gym while in 2017 he has been part of the National Team of Cyprus in Bodybuilding as a coach at a foreign contest.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Safety and Health
Programmes of Study: Gardening and Landscaping, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Mr Athanasios Athanasiou is a Lecturer at KES College from the current academic year (2019). He has a Masters Degree in ‘Environmental and Natural Resource Management’ and a Bachelors’ Degree in ‘Natural Environment Protection’, from Ioannina University. Mr Athanasiou attained a number of educational seminars related to ‘Health and Safety’ and has a great experience in training employees in the specific domain. He also has the title of ‘E.X.Y.P.P- Health and Safety Certified Consultant’ from the Ministry of Labour of the Cyprus Republic. In addition, Mr Athanasiou had worked as a Health and Safety Manager in large companies in Cyprus. Moreover, since 2010, Mr Athanasiou is the President of the Cyprus Environmental Association and a Scientific Consultant Partner of other associations and companies.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Medical Law
Programmes of Study: Medical Representatives, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Mr Agis Charalambous is a Lecturer at KES College since 2021. He holds a Master’s degree (LLM) in Medical Law & Ethics and a Bachelor’s degree (LLB) in Law, from Birmingham City University. Mr Charalambous works at the litigation department of the law offices of Michael Kyprianou & Co LLC as a Lawyer and his practice encompasses civil and criminal disputes. He is also heading the Intellectual property department of the firm. Mr Charalambous has attended several training seminars related to medical negligence and intellectual property in Cyprus and abroad (Austria, France, Greece). In addition, Mr Charalambous is an accredited mediator. He teaches subjects related to his expertise.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Accounting
Programmes of Study: Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Culinary Business Management, Hotel Management, Business Management, Office Administration and Secretarial Studies, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short cv: Mr Demetris Demetriou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2015. He is in possession of a Post Graduate Degree in Εducational Leadership and Politics from Cyprus Open University and a Degree (BSc) in Accounting and Finance from University of North Texas. He is an Accounting Lecturer in numerous educational institutions from 1992. Moreover he worked as an Auditor from 1988 to 1991 acquiring significant experience on issues related to his profession. He also participated in numerous seminars whereby, he had the opportunity to enrich his knowledge and improve his skills. He is accredited by the Human Resource Development Authority as an internal trainer.
Employment status: Full-time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: English Language
Programmes of Study: Office Administration and Secretarial Studies, Culinary Business Management, Beauty Therapy, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Medical Representatives Management, Culinary Arts, Journalism with Public Relations, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Brief Curriculum Vitae: Ms Thalia Malekou is currently a Lecturer at KES COLLEGE. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2006) and a Master of Arts in Education (Special Educational Needs) from Brunel University of London (2008). She has 14 years of experience in teaching young learners and 12 years of experience as a Lecturer at Higher Education Institutions. In addition, she has attended several seminars regarding teaching methods to young learners organized mostly by Cambridge ESOL. She teaches subjects of her specialty.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Programmes of Study: Hotel Management, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician), Culinary Arts, Bakery and Pastry
Short CV: Dr. Sophocleous Xanthi is a Senior Lecturer at KES College since 2017 and she is a holder of an undergraduate qualification in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics from the Charokopio University in Athens. Moreover, she holds an MBA from Maastricht School of Management. Ms Sophocleous is a holder of a PhD with the topic: Associations between Cypriot’s children television food advertising exposure and their eating behavior: An observational and diagnostic survey with the use of questionnaires and eating behavior tests in 1088 Cypriot children. She has in-depth experience as a Medical Representative of a Pharmaceutical company. From 2010-2018 she has her own personal nutrition practice.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: Business Administration / Marketing
Programmes of Study: Hotel Management, Culinary Business Management, Business Management, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Gardening and Landscaping, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Mr Costas Yerokostas is a Lecturer at KES College from 2005 – May 2016 and October 2017 – present. He holds an MBA and a BSc in Marketing Management from the University of Florida Metropolitan. Between 2016 and 2017 he was employed as a Deputy Academic Director at a higher education institution. He also worked as the Head of the Marketing & Subscriptions Service Department at CreditInfo Cyprus from 2004 to 2008 and at Leptos Group of Companies as a Marketing Executive from 2000 to 2002.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Programme Coordinator, Senior Lecturer
Specialization: Biology, Environmental Management
Programmes of Study: Journalism with Public Relations, Gardening, Beauty Therapy and Beauty Therapy Units Management, Pharmacy Assistant (Technician)
Short CV: Dr. Demetrios Sarris is an Academic Scholar with +15 years research experience, participating in over 20 international and national research projects and has developed international collaborations with scientists from Switzerland, USA, France, Israel, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Cyprus and Greece. Publications of his research teams have a significant impact and are featured in leading scientific journals, with research findings having been presented in +30 primarily international conferences. He is also a reviewer for more than 10 international journals and has designed and supervised over 30 Thesis. Trained in Switzerland (Inst. of Botany, Univ. Basel) and Greece (Dept of Biology, Univ. of Patras) in Biology (BSc), in Ecology and Environmental Management (MSc) and in Dendro- Ecology/Climatology and Plant Science (PhD), he has been employed: (i) at the Dept of Biological Sciences of the Univ. of Cyprus (having held the positions of Assistant Professor-Academic Visitor and Special Scientist for Research & Lecturing), (ii) at the Open Univ. of Cyprus (as Academic Coordinator, Adjunct Faculty Tutor & Master’s Thesis Supervisor of the Environmental Conservation and Management Postgraduate Program), (iii) at the Dept of Life Sciences, European Univ. of Cyprus and (iv) at KES College in Cyprus (as Coordinator of the Environmental Management and of the Organic Products Technicians’ Programs). He has also worked at Academic Institutions in Greece and has Post Doc experience at the Inst. of Botany, Univ. Basel and at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI, ETH-Zurich). He is an expert of the International Science Network MedECC, which supports, inter alia, the UN Environmental Program, and has served as Scientific Consultant for Scientific Documentaries (e.g. Άνυδρη Γη), for the University of Cyprus (Black Gold Strategic Program) on Sustainable Agroforestry and Organic Farming aiming to revitalize the carob industry of Cyprus («Μαύρος Χρυσός») and for the Association of Organic Farmers in Cyprus. He is also an Invited Member of the Editorial Board of Annals of Silvicultural Research.
