How long does it take to become a pharmacist?

It takes 5 years of professional experience to become a pharmacist, not accounting for formal education. Including education requirements, it takes 8 to 10 years to become a pharmacist. Some of the most common skills needed to become a successful pharmacist include customer service, pharmacy services, patient care, drug therapy, and company policies. The most common educational background for a pharmacist is a Bachelor‘s Degree, with the most common colleges being University of the Sciences and University of Florida. The most common certification for a pharmacist is the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification, which can be earned at the beginning of your career and renewed every 2 years.