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Cnpr (certified National Pharmaceutical Rep)
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Is anyone familiar with the CNPR certification program through NAPSR (www.napsronline.org)? Is it worth getting? Thanks for your help.Posted: 8 years #
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Perform a search on this board and you'll get an overwhelming "NO".
Save your money.
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Thank you!Posted: 8 years #
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Yeah, I asked that question before and all I got are no's . I think it is just a way to get you're money!Posted: 8 years #
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CRAP it's all BS! it's accrediation similiar to a degree mill!
Save your DINERO and buy me lunch better yet buy a Pharm Rep lunch you''ll get more mileage.Posted: 8 years # -
Hey, wouldn't it help if I took this course and laminated the little certificate they give me so I can include it in my brag book?
Just kidding. A diploma from these people plus $4.00 will get you a frumped-up coffee-derivative drink at the local Starbucks.Posted: 8 years # -
Well stated by all. It is by all means a waste of coin. Spend the money on a few good books regarding the field or networking etc.. Even better hang out in the local Doctors park see a few reps and ask them for feedback on your resume. Buy them a coffee for their efforts and ask for their blessings to forward your resume to their DM. Good Luck.
nhrepPosted: 8 years # -
I can't help but get the feeling that you guys are padding this. What do you REALLY think about it???
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Don't waste your time or money. Spend it networking, reading or researching.Posted: 8 years #
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Dear Blog Readers:
I am responding to this blog as one of the colleges that offer our (NAPRx) CNPR Certification informed us of these old posting from 6 years ago. Certainly, individuals who use the words, CRAP, DINERO or other slang do not appear as professional and I am sure they are not CNPR Certified. Also, many explain to do reading, researching and industry education which is exactly what the CNPR Certification does for a pharmaceutical sales applicant. We have included below many items/questions to think about if you are looking to take the CNPR Certification:
1) Would over 100 pharmaceutical companies and the PhRMA actually work directly with the NAPRx and its CNPR Certification if it was not valid, recognized, and preferred by the pharmaceutical industry. See links:
http://www.prlog.org/10201214-naprx-news-astellas-signs-recruitment-advertising-agreement-with-the-naprx.htmlhttp://www.docstoc.com/docs/16060383/PRLogOrg---NAPRx---Sanofi-Aventis-signs-recruitment-advertising
2) Would over 300 major universities and colleges offer the CNPR Certification if it was not a valid or a recognized Federal Certification Mark?
http://www.newswiretoday.com/news/16007/
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/10/prweb563957.htm
3) Why would be people be so harsh about the association? Is it because they have an agenda to defame the NAPRx and its 51,000 pharmaceutical sales rep members anonymously? Many of the blogs more than likely come from insiders trying to sell their books or services.
4) The NAPRx has a clean record with the Better Business Bureau. If the program was not legit and helping applicants qualify and secure positions in pharmaceutical sales, wouldn’t there be complaints. See link below for NAPRx, we have 0 complaints.
If you have questions about the NAPRx and its CNPR Certification please visit www.napsronline.org for more information or call us directly.
Brad Sullivan, CNPR Certification CoordinatorPosted: 1 year # -
“There is a great demand for pharmaceutical sales reps, which means there is an equal need for solid training devices,” said Stephen Gatlin. “In short order, this program will become one of our most popular offerings. Pharmaceutical sales can be a very rewarding career, and the first step toward realizing that is completing the CNPR® entry level pharmaceutical sales course.”
Even if students lack a formal pharmacology and medical education, the program can ready them for a long and successful career by imparting information regarding general medical terminology, clinical pharmacology, managed care, drug sampling rules, effective selling techniques and more.
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For aspiring pharmaceutical sales candidates it is preferred by most companies that you have an understanding of physiology, anatomy, medical conditions and pharmaceutical treatments. If someone tells you that this knowledge or training is not important or preferred, they are 100% wrong. Any accredited industry education or training will always be an extremely favorable skill set.
Entry level candidates with some work experience involving customer service or sales can be at an advantage. It is sometimes useful to gain experience by shadowing an existing pharmaceutical sales professional. CNPR® accredited training will provide the necessary education on the product knowledge, pharmacology terms, industry info, AMA (PhRMA) selling guidelines, managed care and selling techniques pharmaceutical employers prefer.
Posted: 1 year # -
For aspiring pharmaceutical sales candidates it is preferred by most companies that you have an understanding of physiology, anatomy, medical conditions and pharmaceutical treatments. If someone tells you that this knowledge or training is not important or preferred, they are 100% wrong. Any accredited industry education or training will always be an extremely favorable skill set.
Entry level candidates with some work experience involving customer service or sales can be at an advantage. It is sometimes useful to gain experience by shadowing an existing pharmaceutical sales professional. CNPR® accredited training will provide the necessary education on the product knowledge, pharmacology terms, industry info, AMA (PhRMA) selling guidelines, managed care and selling techniques pharmaceutical employers prefer.
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The above blogs must be really old!! Boy how things have changed in the industry. Many companies and states now require the CNPR Certification and it is now available at over 300 universities. Applicants really need to be informed and learn how important it is to obtain pharmaceutical industry knowledge before they even apply for jobs. The CNPR Certification is the premier entry level training for pharmaceutical sale professionals and needs to be acquired if applicants are serious about getting into the industry. Look at job descriptions and requirements for pharmaceuitcal sales jobs and you will see that pharmaceutical industry as well as disease state knowledge is almost always required. Some of the bloggers above seem like high school kids having fun on the computer.
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As a pharmacutical sales rep for over 11 years I write with conviction to let others aware that the CNPR Certification is a well recognized and accredited program that would certainly help any entry level applicant. If you are applying for pharmaceutical sales jobs it is crucial to include both sales ability and industry-pharmacology education. I have read some of the above comments and I would not pay attention to them as they are very old (over 6 years) and not accurate. I am now in a position where I interview new reps coming into our company. I look for candidates who have some basic medical as well as pharmaceutical terminology knowledge. The learning curve is to high to hire reps who know little about the industry. I hope this may help others who may be considering entering our industry. Vocational training is certainly welcomed by me and others who hire pharmaceutical reps.
Posted: 1 year # -
I want to thank the NAPRx for helping me with my pursuit of a pharmaceutical sales career. The CNPR Certification was just what I was looking for and certainly was the deciding factor in my interviews with pharmaceutical companies. I interviewed with NOVARTIS, GSK, Forest and AstraZeneca and just accepted a position with Forest. I know this would not have happened if I had not completed the CNPR entry level pharmaceutical sales training offered by the NAPRx. Thanks again for helping me break into pharmaceutical sales.
Posted: 11 months # -
Ive been in sales (insurance) for about ten years. I don't have a degree, if I got my CNPR would I get hired or would an employer pass me over?
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I have read some of the above comments and they seem to be written by kids and not real students or Certified graduates (using such words as CRAP, etc.). I was notified about this blog from one of my students as I am a CNPR Educator at a major university. It is unfortunate that some ignorant bloggers have decided to defame this accredited pharmaceutical sales industry training and curriculum. I can tell you that as a CNPR educator for over 5 years that it is extremely valuable and vital for entry level applicants seeking a career in pharmaceutical sales.
The one thing I can tell you is that pharmaceutical companies look for applicants who possess both sales ability and pharmacology training (CNPR Certification). Applicants should be able to prove to their potential employer that they can communicate complex pharmacology products with their customers which are physicians. The CNPR will not guarantee anyone a job but it will qualify them for job openings and a career in pharmaceutical sales. It is unfortunate that these blogs do exist but from what I see above the negative blogs are over 8 years old which was right about the time that companies were coming on board and then sponsoring the program. If anyone wants to contact me directly you can email me at cnprcertification@yahoo.com - Matt
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August 2011
U.S. CERTIFICATION BOARD - Certification and vocational training programs can only qualify individuals for careers in their prospective industries. Such accredited healthcare certifications as listed above cannot guarantee employment. Certification programs will only match candidates to meet job requirements and qualify them for interviews. Vocational healthcare certification programs at best only employ 70% of their graduates. Graduates from such programs must interview for all positions and possess other personal skills not taught in the educational course, such as: communication skills, professional image, self-motivation, work ethic, etc. If you are considering such a healthcare industry certification program understand that at best you will only qualify for interviews. Certified applicants typically must succeed through a multiple interview process. If you have questions you can contact the U.S. Certification review board.Posted: 5 months # -
So the program does help people get in?
Are the people responding actually in the industry because i want to take the program if its going to help me break in. Doesnt make sense listening to ppl who arent even in the industry...I got the association's site if that helps.
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this is a response to Brenda....I have 6 yrs of B2B sales experience and I am trying to get into a pharmaceutical job or medical sales. Would it help me to get this cert? I am a single, good looking individual so I wanted to know if this would help me in the long run. Thanks
Tim
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