Pharmacists work with drugs and medicines and advise people on proper use of the drugs. They work in clean, well-lighted areas that resemble small labs. They spend a lot of time on their feet and must pay close attention when filling prescriptions. Some of them teach or work in research; others work only part time. Most towns have at least one pharmacy. Many pharmacists own their pharmacies and thus must have a good sense of business. Honesty and the ability to win the confidence of people are necessary characteristics and are valuable to any who select this career. People will put their health needs in your care. A license to practice pharmacy is needed in every state. In order to get this, you must have a degree in pharmacy, pass a state board examination, and serve an internship under a licensed pharmacist. Five years are needed to get a bachelor's degree, which is the basic requirement for a job in the field. Most colleges of pharmacy require one or two years of prepharmacy training in a junior college or a four-year college. Math and basic sciences such as chemistry, biology, and physics are included in the training. If you are good in these subjects, pharmacy may be the field for you.