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Pharmacy Department

We welcome all aspiring students who are passionate about healthcare and wish to start their journey in the field of pharmacy. With dedication and support, the Pharmacy Department at Cihan Institute will help you build a strong foundation for a successful career in the health sector.

Welcome Word from the Pharmacy Department

Welcome to the Pharmacy Department at Cihan Institute. Our two-year program is designed to prepare students with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to work effectively as pharmacy assistants and technicians in hospitals, community pharmacies, and healthcare settings.

Through a combination of classroom learning and hands-on training, our students gain a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, drug preparation, dispensing, and patient care. We emphasize professionalism, accuracy, and responsibility, ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to support pharmacists and contribute to the healthcare system.

At Cihan Institute, we are committed to building a supportive learning environment where students can develop both academically and personally. We welcome you to join our department and take the first step toward a rewarding career in pharmacy.

Year

2-year Progeam

Undergraduate

395

Detail

  • 2 years (4 semesters)

  • Includes classroom instruction, laboratory work, and field training.

  • English

The program is structured to gradually build knowledge from basic sciences to applied pharmacy practice.

Graduates of the Pharmacy Department can work as:

  • Pharmacy Technicians/Assistants in hospitals and community pharmacies

  • Medical Sales Representatives in pharmaceutical companies

  • Drug Store/Pharmaceutical Warehouse Assistants

  • Health Center Pharmacy Support Staff

  • Laboratory or quality control assistants in pharmaceutical production

  • Introduction to Pharmacy
  • General Chemistry for Pharmacy
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology I
  • Computer Skills & Medical Terminology
  • English for Pharmacy I
  • Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology II
  • Microbiology & Pathology
  • Pharmacy Calculations & Measurements
  • English for Pharmacy II
  • Pharmacology I
  • Pharmaceutics I (Drug Preparation & Formulation)
  • Pharmacy Practice & Dispensing I
  • Public Health & First Aid
  • Ethics & Professional Communication
  • Pharmacology II
  • Pharmaceutics II (Dosage Forms & Technology)
  • Pharmacy Practice & Dispensing II
  • Hospital & Community Pharmacy Training (Internship)

  • Graduation Project / Report

Cross-Discipline

  • General Chemistry for Pharmacy

  • Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry

  • Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II

  • Microbiology & Pathology

  • Introduction to Pharmacy

  • Pharmacology I & II

  • Pharmaceutics I & II (Drug Preparation, Dosage Forms, and Technology)

  • Pharmacy Calculations & Measurements

  • Pharmacy Practice & Dispensing I & II

  • Hospital & Community Pharmacy Training (Internship)

  • Ethics & Professional Communication

  • Public Health & First Aid

  • Computer Applications in Pharmacy

    • English for Pharmacy I & II

    • Medical Terminology

    • Graduation Project / Report

Field Studies

  • Apply classroom and laboratory knowledge in real pharmacy practice.

  • Gain hands-on experience in dispensing, compounding, and patient counseling.

  • Understand the workflow of hospital and community pharmacies.

  • Develop professionalism, communication skills, and ethical responsibility.

  • Prepare students for direct employment after graduation.

Students are placed in:

  • Community Pharmacies – learning prescription handling, dispensing, and patient interaction.

  • Hospital Pharmacies – exposure to inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services, medication storage, and clinical support.

  • Pharmaceutical Warehouses/Companies – understanding drug distribution, inventory, and pharmaceutical sales.

  • Health Centers – participation in basic healthcare support and public health services.

  • Conducted in the fourth (final) semester.

  • Training lasts 8–10 weeks (depending on the placement).

  • Students are supervised by licensed pharmacists at training sites.

  • Performance is monitored and evaluated jointly by the institute faculty and the training supervisor.

  • Attendance & participation in daily activities.

  • Practical performance and skill demonstration.

  • Internship report / logbook.

  • Final presentation or oral examination.

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Short Term Extension Courses

n addition to the two-year diploma program, the Pharmacy Department at Cihan Institute offers a variety of short-term extension courses. These courses are designed for:

  • Students who want to enhance specific skills.

  • Pharmacy graduates or assistants who need refresher training.

  • Individuals working in healthcare or pharmaceutical companies who want practical certifications.

$450

Pharmacy Skills & Dispensing

  • Duration: 3 months
  • Content:
  • Prescription reading and interpretation
  • Drug dosage calculation and measurement
  • Dispensing and labeling techniques
  • Patient communication and counseling basics
  • Practical Training: Hands-on dispensing practice in simulated pharmacy settings
  • Price: $450
$300

Pharmaceutical Sales & Marketing

  • Duration: 4 months
  • Content:
  • Fundamentals of pharmaceutical sales
  • Marketing and promotion strategies in healthcare
  • Communication with healthcare professionals
  • Ethical considerations in medical sales
  • Practical Training: Role-playing, case studies, and presentations

  • Price: $300

$370

First Aid & Public Health Awareness

  • Duration: 3 months
  • Content:
  • Emergency first aid procedures
  • CPR and wound care
  • Health education and preventive care campaigns
  • Community health awareness programs
  • Practical Training: Hands-on first aid exercises, community outreach activities
  • Price: $370
$350

Laboratory Techniques in Pharmacy

  • Duration: 4 months
  • Content:
  • Pharmaceutical lab safety and hygiene
  • Drug preparation and formulation
  • Quality control and testing of pharmaceutical products
  • Use of lab equipment and instruments
  • Practical Training: Weekly lab sessions with real experiments and sample testing
  • Price: $350
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