You need to understand weights and ratios for pill distribution besides the general math everyone needs.
Mental Math Mostly
Math is needed by a pharmacist to calculate the amount of medication needed to give a patient. It is also used in compounding (the act of making a medication 'from scratch'.) Pharmacy is also closely related to chemistry, which has a strong background in mathematics.
Pharmacy maths
You're just looking for an excuse not to learn math.
a lot of math is needed
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No, you will need both higher level math and chemistry courses to qualify for pharmacy school.
Chemistry, Biology, Calculus
Having a strong background in math and science is your first step to becoming a Pharmacy Technician. Here is a website that lays out steps to becoming a Pharmacy Technician. http://www.ehow.com/how_1000120_become-pharmacy-technician.html
A degree in pharmacy usually requires some calculus and statistics
This nationally recognized Pharmacy Technician online course and training program teaches the skills needed to gain employment as a Pharmacy Technician.
a background of math and medical terminoligy is helpful. You will also need to complete certificate program for Pharmacy Technician at a school of your choice.