The History of Pharmacy at Aston

Before 1841. Pharmacy dark times

Before 1841, a pharmacist was not required to take examinations or register themselves with any organisation. They simply learned their trade through a period of apprenticeship in a pharmacy business.

1841. Foundation of the Pharmaceutical Society

From the foundation of the Pharmaceutical Society in 1841 until the present day, pharmacists have 
joined the organisation. Initially membership was voluntary, but from 1869 onwards 
pharmacists had to register with the Society.