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Pharmacist (Chemist)

Benny LeungName: Benny Leung

What do you do?
I sell medicines and other things to help keep you healthy.

What is your background?
I was born in Hong Kong, where my father worked in an insurance company and my mother was a housewife. I came to Britain to do my A-levels.

How did you become a Pharmacist?
I was very good at chemistry and looked for a job where I could use it. Being a Pharmacist was perfect.

What qualifications do you need and how long does it take?
I went to university for three years and then did another year training. Then I was qualified.

What is the most difficult thing about the job?
Having two jobs at the same time. I have to be a pharmacist and know all about medicines and run the chemist's shop as a businessman.

What is the best thing about the job?
I get great job satisfaction dealing directly with lots of people. I really like meeting them.

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