Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (Yr 1 of 2) (Level 3 Diploma)

Course Overview

This highly respected Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians is the nationally recognised qualification for learners who are employed within a pharmacy setting and want to develop their role working within the regulatory standards for pharmacy, as set by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Pharmacy Order 2010. Designed in close collaboration with employers, Skills for Health and the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), this course provides the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to succeed in a vital healthcare role.The course is competence-based, meaning you will develop real-world skills directly in the workplace. Learning is closely linked to your role as a trainee pharmacy technician, allowing you to apply theory to practice from day one.You will gain in-depth knowledge of: medicines supply and dispensing processes; pharmaceutical law, governance and professional standards; human biology, chemistry and pharmacology; patient-centred care, communication and safeguarding;accuracy checking, stock management and medicines reconciliation. This course is ideal if you are already working in a pharmacy and want to progress professionally, want a hands-on healthcare career with strong job security, are highly organised, accurate and patient-focused and wish to play a key role in improving patient outcomes through safe medicines use.