Booking options
£15

£15
On-Demand course
1 hour
All levels
This Pharmacy Assistant Essentials Course offers a thorough understanding of the pharmacy sector, tailored for those seeking to develop their knowledge of pharmaceutical services and team dynamics. From the origins and evolution of pharmacy to the crucial roles within the pharmacy team, the course delivers clear insights into how modern pharmacy functions. It covers the professional standards, responsibilities, and essential practices that ensure safe and effective pharmaceutical care, preparing learners to confidently support pharmacy operations.
Throughout the course, learners will explore key topics such as clinical pharmacy skills, medication supply, symptom response, and enhanced service offerings. Additional focus is placed on the legal and ethical considerations tied to prescribing and pharmacy practice, alongside health and safety standards within the pharmaceutical industry. This course is designed to provide a solid foundation for anyone aiming to understand pharmacy environments and contribute to patient care with clarity and confidence—all through a flexible, online learning format.
Key Benefits
Accredited by CPD
Instant e-certificate
Fully online, interactive course
Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
24/7 Learning Assistance
Curriculum
Module 01: Introduction to Pharmacy
Module 02: History and Development of Pharmacy
Module 03: The Pharmacy Team
Module 04: Training of the Pharmacy Team
Module 05: Coaching and Evaluation of the Pharmacy Team
Module 06: Standards for Pharmacy Professionals
Module 07: Guidance to Support the Standards for Pharmacy Professionals
Module 08: The Rights and Responsibilities of Pharmacy Professionals
Module 09: Pharmacy Practice
Module 10: Clinical Pharmacy Skills
Module 11: Offering Enhanced Services
Module 12: Prescribing
Module 13: Supplying Medication
Module 14: Responding to Symptoms
Module 15: Health and Safety in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Course Assessment
You will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test upon completing an online module. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
Certificate
Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
The Pharmacy Assistant Essentials training is ideal for highly motivated individuals or teams who want to enhance their skills and efficiently skilled employees.
There are no formal entry requirements for the course, with enrollment open to anyone!
Learn the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel in your professional life with the help & guidance from our Pharmacy Assistant Essentials training.
Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - Included
Certificate of completion
Hard copy certificate - Included