What is The CNPR Certification ?

WASHINGTON - July 16, 2013 - PRLog -- Pharmaceutical representatives, also known as drug reps or pharmaceutical salespeople, provide drug information and product samples to doctors and/or physicians.

When pharmaceutical companies look at applicants who have no experience as a pharmaceutical sales rep they look for a combination of sales ability/experience and medical/pharmacology education. It is important to include both types of skills on your resume. They also look for candidates that possess a bachelor degree. The Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative (CNPR) program was designed to provide aspiring pharmaceutical sales vocational skills that pharmaceutical employers seek. The program provides training in clinical pharmacology, pharmaceutical selling rules, regulations, drug distribution channels, therapeutic drug classes, pharmacokinetics, etc. A pharmaceutical sales rep cannot successfully sell to physicians without having strong pharmacology/medical knowledge.

In addition to the college degree and pharmaceutical sales training, pharmaceutical reps must be very polished, professional, and well-spoken. They must be highly organized in order to manage their territory and time optimally. Reps must have the ability to memorize vast amounts of medical terminology and detailed information about the medication they represent, and be able to intelligently relay the information to physicians. Pharma sales can be stressful, so they must be able to handle the pressure of meeting productivity goals and deadlines.

There are many reasons why pharmaceutical jobs are coveted by many aspiring job seekers in the medical industry. The earning potential for pharmaceutical reps is strong, especially when compared to other sales jobs. Also the perks are good such as the company car, trips, bonuses, and benefits such as medical, tuition reimbursement, retirement, 401k, etc. Additionally, if you establish yourself as a successful rep, your career track options will multiply and you can have a very long, successful, lucrative career.

For more information on breaking in the pharmaceutical sales industry, or for questions regarding pharmaceutical sales training, contact the National Association of Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives directly at 800-284-1060


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