Pre-PharmD Enrichment and Pharmacy Post-Baccalaureate Program Curriculum

All coursework within the Pharmacy Post Baccalaureate Pathway and Pre-PharmD Enrichment Program (PEP) curriculum is presented at the Bayfront campus in Erie, PA by LECOM faculty.

The programs are two-semester, non-degree granting courses of study designed to enhance the science background of participating students.  Classes are held daily Monday through Friday for two 15-week periods.  Classes are not held on designated holidays, and other holidays or occasions as so identified.

Students will earn 15 credit hours per semester based on the standard calculation of 14 hours of instruction per each credit hour.  Post Baccalaureate and PEP students must adhere to all policies and regulations of LECOM.

Course Topics

Fall SemesterSpring Semester
Biological Science IBiological Science II
Advanced Chemistry IAdvanced Chemistry II
Pharmaceutical Sciences IPharmaceutical Sciences II
Anatomy and PhysiologyPharmacology
Critical Thinking
Pharmacy Practice

Please note that the curriculum is subject to change.  Download a full list of course descriptions.

The remainder of the curriculum is allocated to examinations, directed study, oral presentations and other related modalities of instruction and assessment as appropriate.