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Pharmacy Technician Training (Inventory Control, Management, Dispensing Methods)

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Price
£3,799 inc VAT
Or £316.58/mo. for 12 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
83 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
160 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Pharmacy technicians play an essential role in the healthcare industry by supporting licensed pharmacists in providing medication to patients. The Pharmacy Technician: Prescription and Dispensing Training course is designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to become competent pharmacy technicians. This course covers a range of topics, including prescription and dispensing methods, inventory control and management, communication, and health and safety risks assessment.

This course will help individuals to understand the importance of their job role as a pharmacy technician, and how to work effectively as part of a pharmacy team. The course will also provide an overview of the key practices used in pharmacies, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and pharmaceutical terminology. By the end of the course, learners will have gained a comprehensive understanding of the prescription and dispensing process, and be able to minimize the risk of errors in the pharmacy.

Learning Outcomes:

By completing this course, learners will be able to:

  • Understand the role of a pharmacy technician in the healthcare industry
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with patients and pharmacy colleagues
  • Explain the prescription and dispensing process and understand the importance of minimizing dispensing errors
  • Understand the inventory control and management processes in a pharmacy
  • Identify and assess health and safety risks in a pharmacy setting

This Pharmacy Technician Bundle consists of the following career-oriented courses:

  • Course 1: Pharmacy Assistant & Pharmacy Technician
  • Course 2: Clinical Pharmacy Skills and Professional Standards
  • Course 3: Medication Administration and Preservation
  • Course 4: Infection Prevention Training
  • Course 5: Medical Laboratory Assistant
  • Course 6: Medical Teaching: Medical Law
  • Course 7: Medical Transcription
  • Course 8: Medical Receptionist
  • Course 9: Human Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology Diploma
  • Course 10: Paediatric First Aid and Medical Emergency Training
  • Course 11: CPR, AED and First Aid Training
  • Course 12: COVID-19: Psychological First Aid
  • Course 13: Personal Hygiene
  • Course 14: Decision Making and Critical Thinking Online Course
  • Course 15: Time Management

The Pharmacy Technician Bundle has been prepared by focusing largely on career readiness.

Why Choose Our Course?

  • Step-by-step lessons
  • One-to-one assistance from professionals if you need it
  • Innovative exams to test your knowledge after the course
  • 24/7 customer support should you encounter any hiccups
  • Unlimited lifetime access to all 15 courses
  • Digital Certificate, hardcopy Certificate are all included in the price

Certification

Following your completion of the IT Support Technician course materials, you will be able to take an assignment test to assess your knowledge. You will be able to grab the PDF certificates & hardcopy Certificate for free after passing the test. Original Hard Copy certificates must be bought separately for an extra £8.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

CPD

160 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

The Pharmacy Technician: Prescription and Dispensing Training course is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge required to work as a pharmacy technician. The course starts with an introduction to the role of a pharmacy technician, including their job responsibilities and the importance of their job in the healthcare industry. The course will then cover the essential skills and practices required to work effectively in a pharmacy team.

The course covers key topics, including communication skills, prescription and dispensing methods, inventory control and management, standard operating procedures, and health and safety risks assessment. The course will provide learners with an understanding of the different types of prescription and dispensing methods used in pharmacies, including electronic prescription service (EPS) and minimizing the risk of dispensing errors.

In addition, the course covers the inventory control and management processes used in pharmacies, including the storage and handling of medications. The course will also provide an overview of the standard operating procedures (SOPs) used in pharmacies and pharmaceutical terminology.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for —

  • Students
  • Recent graduates
  • Job Seekers

Requirements

There is no formal qualification needed for this Pharmacy Technician course.

Career path

This course provides a solid foundation for individuals who wish to work in pharmacies and is an excellent starting point for individuals who wish to progress further in their careers in the healthcare industry.

  • Pharmacy Technician: £20,000 - £27,000 per year
  • Senior Pharmacy Technician: £28,000 - £36,000 per year
  • Pharmacy Operations Manager: £30,000 - £60,000 per year

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