Reputation starts with people: how "Apteka 9-1-1" invests in employee professional development
For Vladyslava Birchenko, a career in pharmacy began with a curiosity about the properties of plants and continued with education, employer support, and a new professional status.
Vladyslava Birchenko's journey in pharmacy began with a fascination for plants and evolved into a career marked by education and support from her employer, Apteka 9-1-1. The company's Vyshcha Liha (Higher League) program offers financial assistance for professional development, which Vladyslava has utilized to further her education and become a pharmacy assistant.
She is considering pursuing higher education and aims to advance her career within the company. Apteka 9-1-1 enrolls around 700 of its employees in the program annually, with 180 receiving diplomas this year alone. The company's investment in employee education is seen as a social initiative and a crucial component of the pharmaceutical industry's growth.
Beyond diplomas, Apteka 9-1-1 fosters professional development through partnerships with educational institutions, creating a connection between education and employment for students. The company's UPTEKA: 9-1-1 Development Academy program supports employees at various stages of their professional journey, from onboarding to advanced management skills.
Vladyslava's story exemplifies this approach, starting as a sales floor administrator and progressing to professional pharmaceutical education. Her future aspirations include higher education and expanding her career opportunities. Despite the challenges posed by war, Vladyslava remains committed to her professional growth and dreams of travel and global exploration.
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