Base Pay and Commissions Are Said to Increase for Certified National Pharmaceutical Representatives

WASHINGTON - July 5, 2013 - PRLog -- The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that in the following years the employment increase for Pharmaceutical Sales is going to grow 16%. A record number in the industry.

With a median pay of 76,000$, plus commission, pharmaceutical sales is one of the most sought after positions in the sales industry. Breaking into the industry can be tough, but many individuals are finding out that with the proper certification, the process can be made  a lot easier.

Companies are looking for qualified pharmaceutical sales executives to manage their accounts across the United States.  The CNPR® (Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative) Program provides individuals with vocational training needed for a successful pharmaceutical sales career.  Pharmaceutical sales can be extremely lucrative as the pharmaceutical industry is growing rapidly with new drugs being brought to market. Drug patients are also expected to rise 6% annually through 2016 because of the aging baby boomers, increased access to drugs through Medicare Part D program and the rising use of biotech and other products. The NAPSRx® administers the CNPR® Certification for the pharmaceutical industry which educates individuals and qualifies candidates who are seeking a career in pharmaceutical sales.

Each pharmaceutical sales rep must be familiar with clinical pharmacology, medical terminology, plus rules and regulations for selling pharmaceuticals to effectively sell to healthcare professionals. The NAPSRx® offers accredited education and training by correspondence as well as through 300 colleges/universities nationwide. The CNPR® Certification program provides the education preferred by numerous pharmaceutical companies.

For more information regarding the CNPR Certification for pharmaceutical sales training, contact the National Association of Pharmaceutical Representatives (800-284-1060).  
www.napsronline.org