30-Hours Professional Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant
Credit hours
3
Learners explore the work of a pharmacy assistant, from handling prescriptions and dispensing to understanding common medicines. The course also covers pharmacy regulations and ethics, stock control, customer service, record-keeping, and workplace safety and infection control. A practical introduction for those hoping to work in community or hospital pharmacy support roles.
What you'll cover
- 01Introduction to Pharmacy and Healthcare Services
- 02Pharmaceutical Regulations and Ethics
- 03Prescription Handling and Dispensing Procedures
- 04Understanding Medications and Their Uses
- 05Stock Management and Inventory Control
- 06Customer Service and Patient Interaction
- 07Pharmacy Administration and Record Keeping
- 08Workplace Safety and Infection Control
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30-Hours Professional Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant