The role of pharmacy technician is a regulated profession, overseen by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). It has developed significantly over the last few years and is now recognised as playing a key role in all areas of pharmacy work.
The pharmacy technician is usually involved in all aspects of managing the supply of medicines. This includes preparing and dispensing medicines and giving advice to patients and customers. In community pharmacy, pharmacy technicians may also be involved in delivering some public health services, such as advice on stopping smoking. In hospitals, they may have an administrative role, providing a link between wards, patients and the pharmacy or they may manufacture medicines, perhaps under sterile conditions, where ready-made preparations are not available. Some pharmacy technician roles involve taking medicine histories from patients, reviewing medicines and giving advice on different treatment options for patients.
Wherever you work as a pharmacy technician, you will need to be confident to work with a variety of people, have good communication skills, including listening and explaining clearly, and be well organised.
The training consists of a minimum of two years’ work-based experience under the direction of a pharmacist or pharmacy technician registered with the GPhC, depending on working hours
Entry Requirements:
Applicants should discuss access to this course with their manager and Practice Based Educator prior to booking.
To apply, you must:
- Show that you achieved a Science qualification at a minimum of Level 2
- Show that you have achieved English and maths qualification at a minimum of Level 2 as within the general apprenticeship requirements
A signed Learning Agreement will be required upon application.
Further information:
See course flyer on Learning Space
Pharmacy Technician – Level 3.pdf
Please email learningservices@circlehealthgroup.co.uk for more information.