An individual is considered to be a Pharmacy Extern if they are a student who is currently enrolled in an approved school or college of pharmacy and who has been assigned by the school or college of pharmacy for the purposes of obtaining practical experience and completing a degree in pharmacy. The term “Pharmacy Extern” was coined by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) in
What exactly is an externship in pharmacy?
My understanding is that the designation “externship” is given to interns once they have graduated but before they are licensed. To put it simply, this is the period of time during which you will be trained before you move into the profession of a pharmacist. In my opinion, the remuneration is far greater than that of an internship (about one-half of the income of a certified pharmacist).
What is the difference between a pharmacy intern and pharmacy extern?
In contrast to pharmacy interns, pharmacy externs are more extroverted and social. Pharmacy interns tend to prefer working alone. In contrast to pharmacy interns, pharmacy externs are more extroverted and social. Pharmacy interns tend to prefer working alone. To see more, click here. I just wanted to thank you for the laugh.
What is an extern at CVS called?
CVS refers to these individuals as “Grad Interns” (graduated but not yet licensed pharmacists). The only time I’ve ever seen the term “extern” used in an official context was in reference to technicians who were finishing off a prerequisite for their training. These externships consist mostly of unpaid labor in exchange for valuable job experience.
What is the difference between an intern and an extern?
In some states, pharmacy students who have not yet graduated from pharmacy school or received their PharmD are eligible to work as externs. However, after an extern has secured a paying employment, they are eligible to receive payment. Interns and APPE participants are not eligible for income.