Which type of firearm was primarily used during the Revolutionary War? Discuss the weapon in detail and its purpose in relation to the dynamics of war at that time.

WEEK 1 History of Firearms: 250 WORDS WITH 2 SOURCES

1. Which type of firearm was primarily used during the Revolutionary War? Discuss the weapon in detail and its purpose in relation to the dynamics of war at that time.

2. How have firearms evolved since the time of the Revolutionary War?

WEEK 4 QUIZ: EACH QUESTION 200 WORDS AND 2 SOURCES

1. Explain the three basic types of ballistics (single shot, revolver, and semi-automatic). How do they relate to each other? How is trajectory determined?

2. Discuss the two subdivisions of terminal ballistics. Explain the three basic misconceptions about general wound ballistics. Why do these misconceptions exist?

3. Compare and contrast stria of rimfire, center fire and caseless? How are they used in forensic firearms examination?

4. Explain the difference between class characteristics and individual characteristics. How are they used in forensic firearms identification?

WEEK 2 QUIZ: EACH QUESTION 200 WORDS AND 2 SOURCES

1. Compare and contrast the (3) different types of handguns. Why is it important to use proper nomenclature when discussing handguns?

2. What are proof marks? How are they used by forensic firearms examiners?

3. Compare and contrast the different types of small arms ammunition.

4. What is a cartridge headstamp? What can a headstamp tell a forensic firearms examiner? Criminal Justice Formal Written Paper Rubric

20 points out of 50:  The essay illustrates poor understanding of the relevant material by failing to address or incorrectly addressing the relevant content; failing to identify or inaccurately explaining/defining key concepts/ideas; ignoring or incorrectly explaining key points/claims and the reasoning behind them; and/or incorrectly or inappropriately using terminology; and elements of the response are lacking.

30 points out of 50:  The essay illustrates a rudimentary understanding of the relevant material by mentioning but not full explaining the relevant content; identifying some of the key concepts/ideas though failing to fully or accurately explain many of them; using terminology, though sometimes inaccurately or inappropriately; and/or incorporating some key claims/points but failing to explain the reasoning behind them or doing so inaccurately.  Elements of the required response may also be lacking.

40 points out of 50:  The essay illustrates solid understanding of the relevant material by correctly addressing most of the relevant content; identifying and explaining most of the key concepts/ideas; using correct terminology; explaining the reasoning behind most of the key points/claims; and/or where necessary or useful, substantiating some points with accurate examples.  The answer is complete.

50 points:  The essay illustratesexemplaryunderstanding of the relevant material by thoroughly and correctly addressing the relevant content; identifying and explaining all of the key concepts/ideas; using correct terminology explaining the reasoning behind key points/claims and substantiating, as necessary/ useful, points with several accurate and illuminating examples.  No aspects of the required answer are missing.

Use of Sources (worth a maximum of 20% of the total points)

Zero points:  Student failed to include citations and/or references OR the student failed to submit a final paper.

5 out 20 points:  Sources are seldom cited to support statements and/or format of citations are not recognizable as APA 6th Edition format. There are major errors in the formation of the references and citations. And/or there is a major reliance on highly questionable. The Student fails to provide an adequate synthesis of research collected for the paper.

10 out 20 points:  References to scholarly sources are occasionally given; many statements seem unsubstantiated.  Frequent errors in APA 6th Edition format, leaving the reader confused about the source of the information. There are significant errors of the formation in the references and citations, and/or there is a significant use of highly questionable sources.

15 out 20 points:  Credible scholarly sources are used effectively support claims and are, for the most part, clear and fairly represented.  APA 6th Edition is used with only a few minor errors.  There are minor errors in reference and/or citations, and/or there is some use of questionable sources.

20 points:  Credible scholarly sources are used to give compelling evidence to support claims and are clearly and fairly represented.  APA 6th Edition format is used accurately and consistently. The student uses above the maximum required references in the development of the assignment.

Grammar (worth maximum of 20% of total points)

Zero points:  Student failed to submit the final paper.

5 points out of 20:  The paper does not communicate ideas/points clearly due to inappropriate use of terminology and vague language; thoughts and sentences are disjointed or incomprehensible; organization lacking; and/or numerous grammatical, spelling/punctuation errors.

10 points out 20:  The paper is often unclear and difficult to follow due to some inappropriate terminology and/or vague language; ideas may be fragmented, wandering and/or repetitive; poor organization, and/or some grammatical, punctuation, spelling errors.

15 points out of 20:  The paper is mostly clear as a result ofappropriate use of terminology and minimal vagueness; no tangents and no repetition; fairly good organization; almost perfect grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word usage.

20 points:  The paper is clear, concise, and a pleasure to read as a result ofappropriate and precise use of terminology; total coherence of thoughts and presentation and logical organization; and the essay is error free.

Structure of the Paper (worth 10% of total points)

Zero points:  Student failed to submit the final paper.

3 points out of 10: Student needs to develop better formatting skills. The paper omits significant structural elements required for and APA 6thedition paper. Formatting of the paper has major flaws. The paper does not conform to APA 6th edition requirements whatsoever.

5 points out of 10: Appearance of final paper demonstrates the student’s limited ability to format the paper. There are significant errors in formatting and/or the total omission of major components of an APA 6thedition paper. The can include the omission of the cover page, abstract, and page numbers. Additionally, the page has major formatting issues with spacing or paragraph formation. Font size might not conform with size requirements.  The student also significantly writes too large or too short of and paper.

7 points out of 10: Research paper presents an above-average use of formatting skills. The paper has slight errors within the paper. This can include small errors or omissions with the cover page, abstract, page number, and headers. There could be also slight formatting issues with the document spacing or the font. Additionally, the paper might slightly exceed or undershoot the specific number of required written pages for the assignment.

edition cover page, abstract, page number, headers and isth10 points: Student provides a high-caliber, formatted paper. This includes an APA 6double spaced in 12’ Times Roman Font. Additionally, the paper conforms to the specific number of required written pages and neither goes over or under the specified length of the paper.

 

Are coercive powers or ethical interviewing techniques the solution to gaining greater quality and quantity of information?

Task
Are coercive powers or ethical interviewing techniques the solution to gaining greater quality and quantity of information?
Rationale
This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s:
• be able to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of the procedures followed by investigators and other stakeholders and challenges arising in these
• be able to think critically about the ethical dimensions of investigative functions and how these can impact on processes and procedures.
This will allow you to research investigative interviewing practice world-wide and discuss how such practice effects the quality and quantity of information gained during an investigation.
Marking criteria and standards
Analysis
Analysis not present (0 marks)
Analysis inappropriate (3 marks)
Analysis appropriate but poorly described (6 marks)
Analysis appropriate but containing flaws which invalidate some conclusions (8 marks)
Analysis appropriate (15 marks)

Research
No evidence of research presented (0 marks)
Some evidence of research (3 marks)
Evidence of research and authorities correctly cited (5 marks)
Evidence of research well beyond the suggested readings and authorities correctly cited (15 marks)

Use of CSU library resources
Not used (0 marks)
Used, but not effectively (2 marks)
Used effectively (5 marks)

Structure/Visual presentation/Style
Unstructured (0 marks)
Structured inappropriately (1 mark)
Structured appropriately and professionally presented (3 marks)

Level of detail
Major sections not present and/or contains large unnecessary sections (0 marks)
Some minor omissions and/or contains some unnecessary detail (1 mark)
Comprehensive yet contains no more than the client requires (2 marks)

Total 40
Please note that the Subject Coordinator can award marks within a criterion that fall between the assessment points described.

Requirements

Adherence to the word count is required.

In this essay, you will provide an overview of your approved information system and describe the characteristics of the users of the information system. You will then focus the bulk of your essay on analyzing the features and usage of the information system, as well as the impact of the information system on the organization or individuals who use the information system

Instructions for Analysis Essay #1

In this essay, you will provide an overview of your approved information system and describe the characteristics of the users of the information system. You will then focus the bulk of your essay on analyzing the features and usage of the information system, as well as the impact of the information system on the organization or individuals who use the information system. Detailed guidance on what to include in each of these sections is provided in the template that is attached to this assignment (template will be provided).

The Analysis Essay will cover the “SAP ERP” information system. Please message me back if you are unsure of what this is.

The font for the essay should be set on Arial 10, double-spaced (except for the reference page, which is single spaced). Leave the margins at 1 inch. Leave page numbering set to automatically number each page of the body of your essay in the upper-right corner of the page (the title page and reference page should not be numbered). The body of your essay should be 3-4 pages long (minimum of 1500 words), not including your title page and reference page. The essay will be checked for plagiarism so please make sure it does pass a checker with no more than 5% of likeness.

Before you begin writing, download the attached file, AnalysisEssay1Template.docx, and very carefully read and follow all instructions contained in the file. Also, make sure you compose your essay in the provided template file, as it is already formatted with the correct margins, fonts, headings and sub-headings, etc.

Think about an important loss you may have experienced (don’t mention who or what, but what did you want others to do with you or for you at that time?

1. Watch the videos located on the link below:

96-year-old man writes love song to late wife (Video)

2. Using the videos above:
a) what made it an important loss
b) how did she react to the loss
c) how did she/how do you think she coped with the loss
d) what do you think may have been/was healthy or unhealthy about the way she coped?

2. Think about an important loss you may have experienced (don’t mention who or what, but what did you want others to do with you or for you at that time?

– This essay should be no more than 1.5 pages
– Size 10/Times New Roman Font
– You MUST use at least one source

What types of ways can students pay for college?

For this assignment, you will be writing a classification essay on the following prompt:

What types of ways can students pay for college?

You will not need to submit prewriting.

This is a research assignment. It should utilize at least two sources. Consider the types of sources you should use on an assignment. I strongly suggest that you use the CRAAP Test to find reliable sources. Check out your helpful documents folder for additional information on research writing. While there is not a specific length requirement, I would suggest that you use previous assignment guidelines to determine what a well developed response looks like and to ensure that you sufficiently answer the question. You may not use any of the assigned readings from class as sources for this paper. Remember the purpose of a source in your paper.

You will not need to submit an abstract for this paper.

Your paper is being scored based on the rubric below. Carefully review all sections of the rubric: It is due in the Turnitin Dropbox located in Blackboard by the date denoted on your course calendar.

I strongly recommend that you utilize the resources available to you. Grammar and mechanics mistakes will be HEAVILY penalized. Stop by the tutorial center for assistance. Take the opportunity to setup your own one-on-one in my office if you require additional assistance.

Subject

A (4 points)

B (3 points)

C (2 points)

D (1 point)

Development

Clearly & effectively responds to assignment.

Response to assignment generally adequate & thorough.

Minimally responds to the assignment.

Does not respond well to assignment.

Audience

Demonstrates specific attention to relationship between audience & purpose.

Demonstrates understanding of audience & purpose.

Demonstrates some understanding of audience & purpose.

Demonstrates poor understanding of audience & essay purpose.

Thesis

Main idea (thesis) very clearly stated & topic is effectively limited.

Main idea clear & topic is limited.

Main idea clear or implicit & topic is partially limited.

Main idea unclear & topic only partially limited.

Logic

Thesis supported in body of paper by a variety of relevant facts, examples, & illustrations from experience, references to related readings, etc.

Thesis well-supported in body of paper by facts, examples, illustrations though support may not be as vivid as the “A” essay.

Thesis generally supported in body of paper by facts, examples, details. No more than one paragraph with inadequate support.

Thesis supported in body of paper by few facts, examples, details. More than one paragraph with inadequate support.

Organization

Organization & structure very evident: major points divided into paragraphs and signaled by use of transitions. Each paragraph has a topic sentence; sentences within each paragraph relate to each other & are subordinate to the topic. Introduction & conclusion effectively related to the whole.

Organization & structure clear. Most major points are separated into paragraphs and signaled by transitions. Paragraphs are built on related sentences that logically develop the main points. No major digressions. Introduction & conclusion effectively related to the whole.

Organization & structure mostly clear. Many major points are separated into paragraphs and signaled by transitions. Most points are logically developed. There may be a few minor digressions but no major ones. Introduction & conclusion are somewhat effective.

The organization & structure must be inferred by the reader. Only some major points are set off by paragraphs and are signaled by transitions. There are some logically connected points. There may be some major digressions. Introduction and conclusion may be lacking or ineffective.

Audience

Voice & tone are consistent & appropriate to the audience/purpose.

Voice & tone consistent & appropriate although somewhat generic or predictable in places.

Voice & tone adequate to audience/purpose although often generic or predictable.

Voice noticeably generic or inappropriate (e.g. first person narrative may predominate in an analysis assignment). Tone is often inappropriate.

Mechanics

Full variety of sentence structures used correctly. Word choice interesting, accurate and contributes to the writer’s ability to communicate the purpose.

Variety of sentence structures used correctly despite an occasional flaw. Accurate &b varied word choice.

Sentences & word choice predictable. Occasional errors in sentence structure, usage & mechanics do not interfere with writer’s ability to communicate the purpose.

Little sentence structure variety; wording predictable; few synonym alternatives used. Errors in sentence structure, usage &B mechanics sometimes interfere with the writer’s ability to communicate the purpose.

Grammar

Few, if any, minor errors in sentence construction, usage, grammar, or mechanics.

There may be a few minor or major errors in sentence construction, usage, grammar, or mechanics.

There are some common errors (major and minor) in sentence construction and mechanics but the writer generally demonstrates a correct sense of syntax.

There are numerous minor errors and some major errors. Sentence construction is below mastery and may display a pattern of errors in usage and mechanics.

APA Formatting

Paper is in appropriate APA Format

Paper is primarily in appropriate APA Format with minor non-distracting errors.

Paper contains several errors in APA Formatting which are distracting and cause confusion.

Numerous errors in APA Formatting

Research

Source material is incorporated logically & insightfully. Sources are documented accurately.

Source material incorporated logically. Sources documented accurately.

Source material incorporated adequately & usually documented accurately.

Source material incorporated but sometimes inappropriately or unclearly. Documentation is accurate only occasionally.

Transactional, Charismatic, and Transformational Approaches to Leadership. Discuss a leader who you would consider to be transformational. If possible, choose a leader located in the Middle East who may serve an instrumental role in Saudi Vision 2030.

Transactional, Charismatic, and Transformational Approaches to Leadership.

Discuss a leader who you would consider to be transformational. If possible, choose a leader located in the Middle East who may serve an instrumental role in Saudi Vision 2030. In your paper, respond to the following:

Determine the key transformational qualities the leader possesses.
Based on your research, explain the impact the leader has had on his or her organization.
Examine the background of your selected leader and explain how he developed the skills to be a transformational leader.
What are the components of being a transformational leader? Thinking about yourself, determine if you are a transformational leader based on these components.
Next, examine your potential as a transformational leader and suggest ways for you to develop this type of leadership skill. What would need to happen in order to become a transformational leader?
Directions:

Write a three-part essay (i.e., an essay that includes an introduction paragraph, the essay’s body, and a conclusion paragraph) that addresses the assignment’s guide questions. Do not address the questions using a question and answer format.

Your well-written paper should meet the following requirements:

Be three to five pages in length, which does not include the title page, abstract or required reference page, which are never a part of the content minimum requirements.
Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style guidelines.
Support your submission with course material concepts, principles and theories from the textbook and at least two scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles unless the assignment calls for more.
Review the grading rubric to see how you will be graded for this assignment.

In 150-200 words, provide a Confucian critique of how you used Hindu and Buddhist philosophy to describe your own life. II. In 200-250 words, address the following questions: Which relationships are most important in your life, the ones in which people are mostly treated as equals or the ones in which people are mostly treated according to their accomplishments or ability? What does this tell you about how you think yourself and the people you’re closest to?

Confucianism Essay (maximum 20 points)
The purpose of this writing assignment is to apply Confucian philosophy to your own life. You should do this in no more than 800 words (about four properly formatted pages), addressing the following questions in this order:

I. In 150-200 words, provide a Confucian critique of how you used Hindu and Buddhist philosophy to describe your own life.
II. In 200-250 words, address the following questions: Which relationships are most important in your life, the ones in which people are mostly treated as equals or the ones in which people are mostly treated according to their accomplishments or ability? What does this tell you about how you think yourself and the people you’re closest to?
III. Think about one or two of your moral role models, and in 250-300 words address the following question: Is there anything you can do this term to become more like your role models in some specific, demonstrable, actionable way? How would you hold yourself accountable for doing it?

you will develop a technology project proposal that outlines a technology plan for a small firm. In Option #1, you have been hired as an IT expert by a small firm to set up an office for 20 staff members, half of whom will work with desktop computers, and the remaining with laptop computers using wireless networks.

you will develop a technology project proposal that outlines a technology plan for a small firm. In Option #1, you have been hired as an IT expert by a small firm to set up an office for 20 staff members, half of whom will work with desktop computers, and the remaining with laptop computers using wireless networks. The office will use one networked laser printer, accessible both from the desktop and laptop computers. The desktop computers will use a wired network, while the laptop computers will employ a wireless network to print and access the Internet.

You will incorporate Phases 1-3 in your Portfolio Project as a technological proposal. Phases 1-3 serve as the basis of the project deliverable section in the technological proposal, which you will submit as a full project (Phase 4) in Module 8.

Phase 1:

Statement of the Problem or Need: Write a description of the purpose/need/rationale for a small firm. What problem(s) are you planning to solve for a small firm?
Project Deliverables: Write a description of the necessary hardware components and software to set up computer systems for the business/firm. Phase 1 of the Portfolio Project is due in Module 2.
Keep in mind that you will update the project deliverable section as you complete different phases and when you receive feedback from your instructor.

Phase 2:

Project Beneficiaries: Write a description of who will derive direct benefit from the project and how they will benefit.
Project Deliverables: Write a description of the computer network hardware necessary to set up the computer networks and the necessary software and protocols.
Keep in mind that you will update the project deliverable section as you complete different phases. Phase 2 of the Portfolio Project is due in Module 4.

Phase 3:

Assumptions and Constraints: Write a description of any assumptions and constraints regarding the project. Are there any assumptions made so far or constraints identified in the project? Are there any constraints or anything that would restrict the ability to achieve the IT project objectives successfully?
Project Deliverables: Write a description of what is necessary to acquire and install the computer and network security hardware and software. Phase 3 of the Portfolio Project is due in Module 6.
In Phase 4 you will include revisions based on feedback from your instructor, and you will incorporate what you have learned throughout the term. Your technological proposal should include the following:

Statement of the Current Problem: Describe the purpose/need/ rationale for the IT project. What problem is this IT project designed to address?
Project Deliverables and Beneficiaries: Describe the objective of the IT project; what is the IT project to achieve, create, or deliver? Please identify who will derive a direct benefit from the expected outcome.
Time Factors: Are there any time factors, such as deadlines, that should be considered in your IT implementation proposal? Create a timeline for implementation.
Qualifications: Write a short description of your qualifications.
Project Assumptions and Constraints: Are there any assumptions made so far or constraints identified in the project? Are there any constraints or anything that would restrict the ability to achieve the IT project objectives successfully?
Project Risks: Are there any risks associated with the IT project? For instance, will there be data that should not be available to the public? Are there any risks that might prevent a successful project outcome?
Project Expenses: Please indicate what IT expenses will be associated with this project as well as the sources for funding. Provide the most accurate estimates that you can, which includes the cost to complete the project and maintenance after the project.

The Portfolio Project should meet the following requirements:
Ten to twelve pages (minimum) in length, not including the cover and reference pages

Case Study dull pain in both knees

Case Study Number 3, Week 8
Case 3: Knee Pain
A 15-year-old male reports dull pain in both knees. Sometimes one or both knees click, and the patient describes a catching sensation under the patella. In determining the causes of the knee pain, what additional history do you need? What categories can you use to differentiate knee pain? What are your specific differential diagnoses for knee pain? What physical examination will you perform? What anatomic structures are you assessing as part of the physical examination? What special maneuvers will you perform?

To prepare:
With regard to the case study you were assigned:
Review this week’s Learning Resources, and consider the insights they provide about the case study.
Consider what history would be necessary to collect from the patient in the case study you were assigned.
Consider what physical exams and diagnostic tests would be appropriate to gather more information about the patient’s condition. How would the results be used to make a diagnosis?
Identify at least five possible conditions that may be considered in a differential diagnosis for the patient.
Note: Before you submit your initial post, replace the subject line (“Discussion – Week 8”) with “Review of Case Study ___.” Fill in the blank with the number of the case study you were assigned.
By Day 3
Post an episodic/focused note about the patient in the case study to which you were assigned using the episodic/focused note template provided in week 5 resources. Provide evidence from the literature to support diagnostic tests that would be appropriate for each case. List five different possible conditions for the patient’s differential diagnosis and justify why you selected each.
I have given an example of the SOAP note that information given is to be placed in and for what you think is also needed that information you were given is not in case study given to you. Please you SOAP NOTE. Must have introduction and summary and they want 5 other diagnoses with your reasoning behind each one.

Please you have to use soap note that I provided and put information related to case into it.

Your Personal Essay should address why you selected pharmacy as a career and how the Doctor of Pharmacy degree relates to your immediate and long-term professional goals. Describe how your personal, educational, and professional background will help you achieve your goals. The personal essay is an important part of your application for admission and provides you with an opportunity for you to clearly and effectively express your ideas.

➢ TOPIC: Your Personal Essay should address why you selected pharmacy as a career
and how the Doctor of Pharmacy degree relates to your immediate and long-term
professional goals. Describe how your personal, educational, and professional
background will help you achieve your goals. The personal essay is an important part of
your application for admission and provides you with an opportunity for you to clearly
and effectively express your ideas.
Do NOT personalize your essay for a particular pharmacy degree institution. You can
NOT make any edits to your Personal Essay after you have e-submitted your completed
application to PharmCAS.
You are encouraged to compose your essay in a text-only word processor (e.g.,
Notepad), review your essay for errors, then cut and paste the final version into the text
box above. Click the Save button and then return to the Personal Essay to review the
formatting of your text. You are limited to approximately 1 page (4500 characters,
including spaces). Some formatting characters used in programs like Word (angled
quotes, accents, special characters) will not display properly. Take care to review your
final text and to make the necessary corrections to the format.
Each pharmacy school reserves the right to require additional essay responses as part
of the supplemental application process. Please be aware that your admission essay
may be subject to submission for textual similarity review to iThenticate/Turnitin for
Admissions for the detection of plagiarism duplication and other potential violations of
the applicant code of conduct. All submitted essays and other materials will be included
as source documents in the Ithenticate/Turnitin for Admissions reference database solely
for the purpose of detecting plagiarism of such documents.
Information about myself:
● I was the first generation in my family to attend college and acquire a college degree.
● I grew up in a multiracial family and often was shunned by extended family members
because my mother was a mixed race.
● My first language was vietnamese and I had to attend english enrichment classes in
school known as ESOL to help me speak and write in english correctly; I had to attend
that class in all of my elementary school years.
● I grew up living in poverty and had to live in gang ridden areas.
● I went to underperforming schools where I often got bullied, yet I worked hard to get
good grades and enter college.
● Obtained a bachelors of science degree
● Studied many topics about biology, chemistry, and mathematics during undergrad.
● I currently work as a pharmacy technician at rite aid pharmacy to learn about the
processes of dispensing medicine and working alongside pharmacists to learn more
about medicine, healthcare, patient care/counseling, and etc.
● I’ve always have the love and passion for science and mathematics.
● I love interactions with people and I love to help people.
● I’m very passionate and career driven.
● Hard worker and very discipline
● I love to challenge myself, the love for people, science, and mathematics sums up some
of the reasons why I want to select pharmacy as a career.
● Some of the reasons I choose to pursue a career in Pharmacy and or how getting a
Doctorate in Pharmacy will help me reach my professional goals.
○ I know that obtaining a doctorate in pharmacy will provide me with a variety of
career opportunities.
○ I want to be important in the healthcare community and work with health care
professionals to maximize health outcomes.
○ I want to provide services and management of medication for diseases.
○ Work with physicians
○ Be a part of medication therapy and help patients.
● Here are some reasons on why to pursue a pharmacy degree that I’ve found online.
Please do not plagiarize or copy word for word from these sources. Please use the
information and try to make words that would be my own. Thank you! Feel free to do
your own research and add more information that would help me.
○ Interest in Math and Science
○ Oftentimes, your interests can help dictate your career path. Have you always
excelled in chemistry, biology, or statistics? Are you interested in studying drug
metabolism, veterinary pharmacy, or even conducting pharmaceutical research? If
so, a career in pharmacy may be for you. Pharmacy students have both a passion
and proficiency for these subjects—both are essential to making informed decisions
on proper dosage, utilization, and distribution of medications to people and animals
alike.
○ Passion for Building Relationships with Others
○ Pharmacy students want to pursue a career where they can build relationships
directly with patients. Pharmacists provide patient-centered care. They consider the
relationship between medical conditions, lifestyle, and other variables to help choose
the best medications. Pharmacists also work with colleagues to conduct research,
establish new pharmaceutical practices within specific business entities, and
collaborate with doctors to ensure that patients are receiving the correct medications.
○ Desire for Flexibility in Career Choice
○ The variety of career pathways that exist within pharmacy is another compelling
reason students enroll in pharmacy school. From nuclear pharmacy, which uses
radioactive drugs to treat diseases such as cancer, to veterinary pharmacy, which
hand-makes medication for animals; you can easily select a career that most
interests you. Additionally, it’s important to keep in mind that you don’t have to know
what you want to do right now. A pharmacy degree (PharmD) is prestigious, and
therefore opens the door to countless possibilities and grants you time to explore the
fields that interest you most.
○ Unique Approach to Healthcare
○ While the majority of students enroll in pharmacy school because they want to help
others, some students pick pharmacy because they want to stay far, far away from
typical doctoral activities. Believe it or not, several pharmacy students suggested that
they were drawn into the field because they didn’t want to interact with blood. If this
rings true to you, a career in pharmacy can serve as the best of both worlds, as
pharmacists can assist patients without dealing with blood and guts.
○ An exciting career choice
○ Pharmacy combines science, health care, computer technology, business, math and
counseling. Often, jobs in the sciences involve limited interaction with the public, but
pharmacy offers a rare balance of independence and interaction with patients, which
can be very appealing if you’re a “people person.” If you’re looking for adventure, you
might be surprised to learn that pharmacy can be very exciting; there’s a place for
pharmacists out on the front lines, offering services during natural disasters,
epidemics, and other crises.
○ A trusted profession
○ Pharmacists are consistently ranked as some of the most highly trusted
professionals because of the important care and health-related services they provide.
If friends and/or family members frequently turn to you for advice, pharmacy may be
a great field for you to explore.
○ Room to grow
○ There is a need for pharmacists in a wide variety of work settings: community
pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, the pharmaceutical industry, mail
order pharmacy centers, managed care organizations, and government agencies
(Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, Public Health Service).
What’s more, those with advanced pharmacy training can often move easily between
these different areas. Pharmacy can offer many interesting opportunities over the
course of your entire career.