Jobs for pharmacists are expected to grow 21.7% nationwide through 2016, although slower in Ohio at 15%. The greatest number of openings will be in social assistance and the non-store retail industries.
Average starting salary is $73.010 and median annual earnings are $100,480, which depends on length of experience, geographic location and employer.
In Ohio, The University of Toledo offers a program in Pharmaceutical Sciences: http://bit.ly/3BNfmo Specialization is possible in three distinct disciplines: Pharmacology/Toxicology, Pharmacy Administration, and Industrial Pharmacy.
Pharmacists compound and dispense medications, using prescriptions from physicians, dentists or other practitioners.
In Ohio, there are about 330 openings for pharmacists each year. By 2016, employment is expected to grow 15% to reach 11,540 jobs.
Sources:
The College Board
“50 Best College Majors for a Secure Future” by Lawrence Shatkin.
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