Study Set Content:
The Legal and Ethical Control of Pharmacy Profession in ASEAN Countries
The code consists of 8 articles originated from principles of bioethics and professionalism in pharmacy; each one containing special notes. These articles include:
1. patient’s dignity and autonomy
2. beneficence
3. non-maleficence
4. justice
5. empathy
6. honesty
7. cooperation
8. excellence
To become a Registered Pharmacist in the Philippines, a graduate of BS in Pharmacy needs to pass the
Pharmacist Licensure Examination
The examination is conducted by the Board of Pharmacy under the supervision of the
Professional Regulations Commission (PRC).
Pharmacy technician Attain a high school diploma or the equivalent (e.g., GED). Graduate from an accredited (
Attain a high school diploma or the equivalent (e.g., GED). Graduate from an accredited pharmacy technician training program (
Graduate from an accredited pharmacy technician training program
1 year
Attain a high school diploma or the equivalent (e.g., GED). Graduate from an accredited pharmacy technician training program (1 year). Get certified by
national and regional bodies
Attain a high school diploma or the equivalent (e.g., GED). Graduate from an accredited pharmacy technician training program (1 year). Get certified by national and regional certification bodies
(timeline varies)
Attain a high school diploma or the equivalent (e.g., GED). Graduate from an accredited pharmacy technician training program (1 year). Get certified by national and regional certification bodies (timeline varies). Maintain active certification
every 2 years
