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:
General support of pharmacies in private and public pharmacies (help with prescriptions, drug management, etc.)
| Semester 1 | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS | ||
| Physiology I | 3 | 6 | ||
| Organic Chemistry | 2 | 4 | ||
| Pharmacy Law and Ethics | 1 | 2 | ||
| Special English | 2 | 4 | ||
| Introduction to Pharmacology | 2 | 3 | ||
| Organization and Pharmacy Management Software | 3 | 6 | ||
| Pharmaceutical Microbiology | 3 | 5 | ||
| TOTAL | 16 | 30 | ||
| Semester 3 | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| SUBJECTS | P.P.W* | ECTS | ||
| Pharmacology ΙΙ | 4 | 8 | ||
| Quality Control of Medicines | 1 | 2 | ||
| Special courses in Cosmetology | 1 | 2 | ||
| Special courses in Pharmacology – Formulation | 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.
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.
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.
Special courses in Pharmacology – Formulation
The course "Special courses in Pharmacology – Formulation" 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: Spyros Theocharous
Office: 5 Kallipolis Avenue, 1055 Nicosia
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Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: ACCOUNTING
Programmes of Study: LOGISTICS, HOTEL MANAGEMENT, CULINARY 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: Part Time
Position: Senior Lecturer
Specialization: GENETICS, CANCER BIOLOGY
Programmes of Study: MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES, PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN)
Short cv: Dr Marina Georgiou is a Senior Lecturer at KES College since 2019. She has been awarded with a Ph.D in Clinical Medicine Research from the Department of Surgery and Cancer at Imperial College London, funded by the Medical Research Council. Previously she completed her MRes in Cancer Research at Imperial College London and her BSc in Genetics at Queen Mary University of London. Her work on Gestational Trophoblastic Disease (GTD) involved the deciphering of the molecular mechanisms of methotrexate-resistance in Choriocarcinoma cells. Her work has proposed the use of a novel drug towards treatment of these patients which is now being put forward for clinical trials. A direct consequence of her work led to the ‘Best Oral Presentation of Junior Investigator in Translational/Basic Research’ award in the International meeting XIX World ISSTD World Congress in Amsterdam. As a doctoral student, she was involved in the teaching of Master-level students, through the delivery of lectures on molecular biology techniques. In addition, she has written research proposals for the Cancer Biology Master and supervised six master students for their six-month projects, all of which have proceeded into Ph.Ds in highly prestigious institutes. While at Imperial she also served as the president at the Imperial College Innovation Forum (IF is a science-based ventures accelerator, covering a global network; 10,000+ innovators; 16 branches; 9 countries). Working with IF she organised and chaired events with the goal of connecting the academic, business and policy making sectors. Since July 2018, she has been running her own diagnostics laboratory, MyGene Molecular Diagnostics in Limassol. In parallel, she has a part-time lecturing position at other Universities in Cyprus.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: COMPUTER SCIENCE
Programmes of Study: PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN), FOUNDATION PROGRAMME, OFFICE ADMINISTRATION AND SECRETARIAL STUDIES
Short cv: Ms Nicoletta Klitou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2018. She holds a Master's degree (MSc) in Computer and Internet Technologies from the University of Strathclyde and a Bachelors' Degree (BSc) in Computer Science from Cyprus College. She has ten years of teaching experience in private and public education. From 2008 to 2011 she worked at the Amphoreas Institute of Computers and from 2012 she collaborates with the Ministry of Education and Culture as an IT Lecturer in a variety of training structures (State Educational Institutes, Training Centers and All-Day Schools) in the education of students under 18 and adults. Previously she worked as an analyst / programmer for Interlife Insurance Ltd (2006-2009). In 2015 she participated in the International Research Program PISA as an external partner of the Pedagogical Institute. She teaches subjects related to Computer Science and is continuously educated about modern trends in education.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: FOOD TECHNOLOGY
Programmes of Study: CULINARY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, HOTEL MANAGEMENT, TECHNICIAL FOR PRODUCTION OF ORGANIC PRODUCTS, TRAVEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT, PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN), CULINARY ARTS
Short cv: Ms Eve Konstantinou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2016. She holds an MSc in Food Quality Management from the University of Wagenigen in Netherlands and a Degree in Food Technology from Karditsa Technological Educational Institute in Larissa. She has also received Certificates in Food Safety and Hygiene and contributed to research work by undertaking various surveys. From 2015 she works as an external consultant at Q-Point BV on food quality assurance issues.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: PHARMACEUTICAL
Programmes of Study: PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN), MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES
Short cv: Ms Elli Phillipou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2017. She has a Bachelor’s and a Master’s Degree in Pharmacy from the University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences of Brno in the Czech Republic. Since 2017 she has been teaching at Intercollege and at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the University of Nicosia. Moreover in 2014-2016 she worked as a wholesale manager for Cycon Chemicals Ltd in Nicosia. She has participated in nine conferences and seminars.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: CLINICAL PHARMACEUTICAL
Programmes of Study: PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN), MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES
Short cv: Mrs. Andria Savvidou is a Lecturer at KES College since 2018. She holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Pharmacy from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, entitled Diploma thesis: A prospective study of the clinical and laboratory image of epileptic patients under levetiracetam. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BSc) from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with diploma thesis: Assessment of Cellular Proliferation and Differentiation Potential of Clone MEL-B10 Stably Transfected with RPL35a. Finally, she is a PhD Candidate in the Clinical Oncology of the Medical School of the University of Cyprus. Mrs. Andria Savvidou is a certified Registered Pharmacist from the Pharmaceutical Services of the Republic of Cyprus and a member of the Pancyprian Pharmaceutical Association. She is employed in the pharmaceutical company Kypropharm Ltd as a Regulatory Affairs and Pharmacovigilance Officer. She teaches subjects of her specialty.
Employment Status: Full Time
Position: Programme Coordinator, Senior Lecturer
Specialization: CHEMISTRY, EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Programmes of Study: BEAUTY THERAPY AND BEAUTY THERAPY UNITS MANAGEMENT, MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES, PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN), GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING
Short cv: Mr Spyros Theocharous is a Senior Lecturer and Coordinator of the Pharmacy Assistants (Technicians) and Medical Representatives Programs of study at KES College since 2011. He is a holder of an MA Degree in Educational Leadership, MSc Degree in Catalysis and Protection of the Environment. Mr. Theocharous has also obtained an MBA qualification and a BSc Degree in Chemistry. He is a qualified Professional Trainer from the Human Resource Development Authority (HRDA), he has written a number of manuals related to teaching and has participated in a number of conferences.
Employment Status: Part Time
Position: Lecturer
Specialization: PHARMACEUTICAL
Programmes of Study: PHARMACY ASSISTANT (TECHNICIAN), MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES
Short cv: Ms. Ioli Ziabara is a Lecturer at KES College since 2017. In 2016 she graduated from University of Patras (Pharmacy School). During her studies she made speeches at Panhellenic conferences. From 2016 she works in private pharmacies as a Pharmacist. She teaches subjects of her specialty.
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