EduFarmJob, Recruiting Students for 'Pharmacy Clerk Training Course'

As pharmacy computerization and administrative tasks become more complex and specialized, there is an increasing need for pharmacy staff who have received professional training. Pharmacists face limitations in handling all administrative duties such as inventory management, prescription entry, POS management, and billing while also performing specialized tasks like dispensing and medication counseling.

However, when individuals are employed at pharmacies without a basic understanding of pharmacy operations, they may lack knowledge of the Pharmaceutical Affairs Act and related regulations, potentially leading to unintentional violations. Therefore, professional training related to pharmacy tasks is necessary before employment.

In this context, EduFarmJob, a specialist in pharmacy clerk education, announced the launch of its "Pharmacy Clerk Training Course" and is currently recruiting students.

A pharmacy clerk is responsible for a wide range of pharmacy tasks including prescription reception, customer service, administrative work, ordering and returning medications, and store management. Employment is possible regardless of certification or major, but due to the diverse and somewhat specialized nature of the work, recruitment is currently focused on experienced candidates. Recently, with the rise in minimum wage, salaries have become comparable to those of other hospital workers, lowering entry barriers and increasing attempts to enter the field. However, new employees often struggle to be hired due to a lack of understanding of the work.

Since 2017, EduFarmJob has been offering various forms of pharmacy clerk training nationwide at universities, government offices, and other institutions. Recognized for its educational expertise, it was the first and only organization nationwide in 2024 to be recommended by the Korean Pharmaceutical Association for pharmacy clerk training and related textbooks.

In particular, EduFarmJob provides employment linkage through partnerships with local pharmaceutical associations, women's workforce centers, middle-aged and senior job support centers, and pharmacy computer program companies. The training consists of online theoretical lectures followed by offline practical sessions (9 hours per day), making it accessible throughout the country.

The EduFarmJob pharmacy clerk training course is conducted by Park Seong-hwan, a pharmacist with 18 years of pharmacy experience who has led over 100 pharmacy clerk training sessions over 7 years. The curriculum includes 15 hours of online theory lectures (up to 45 hours if repeated three times) and 9 to 15 hours of prescription reception practice, providing ample time for adapting to the job.

Park Seong-hwan, CEO of EduFarm, a total solution provider for pharmacy personnel, offers classes adaptable to various pharmacies based on his extensive experience. Practical training uses the same computer programs, barcodes, and card terminals as actual pharmacies, along with self-published pharmacy computer practice textbooks recommended by the Korean Pharmaceutical Association.

Students attend about 15 hours of online lectures, then apply for offline training by checking their local area and dates. After an interview, they participate in approximately 9 hours of offline lectures. Those who achieve a certain grade receive a certificate, and after completion, employment support is provided through MOUs with pharmaceutical associations, pharmacy program companies, and women's workforce centers.

An EduFarmJob representative stated, "Although pharmacy tasks vary by location and size, pharmacy clerks require specialized knowledge. However, most pharmacies hire part-time workers without professional knowledge, increasing the need for specialized training. Pharmacy clerks have similar status to nursing assistants and offer stable and easily re-employable jobs, making them recommended careers for people in their 20s and 30s as well as for women returning to work."

They added, "Many people considering pharmacy clerk employment mistakenly believe that training is only available through government institutions like women's workforce centers and give up due to lack of opportunities. EduFarmJob, an education institution certified by the Korean Pharmaceutical Association, offers pharmacy clerk training nationwide with a professional curriculum. Thanks to thorough verification and promotion, pharmacists highly trust EduFarm students. We train professional personnel, introduce verified employees to pharmacies, and provide employment opportunities to the unemployed."

Meanwhile, since its founding in 2022, EduFarm Co., Ltd. has expanded pharmacy clerk training nationwide over two years, educating more than 200 students. It operates a system that supports employment linkage after training and plans to start partnership training with national job and economic departments and middle-aged centers from 2025.

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