Pharmacy refers to an area of study in which people learn how to fill prescriptions and advise patients on how and when to take medications. Those who study pharmacy may go onto become pharmacy technicians, hospital pharmacists, or pharmacy managers.

An associate of arts is a two-year degree program that focuses on disciplines within the arts and humanities. Depending on the school they choose, students may be able to apply the credits they earn while getting their AA towards a four-year degree program.