Standard Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant

Course Summary

To enrol onto this apprenticeship, you must have an employer who is willing to support you throughout the duration of your training and end point assessment.

The Level 2 Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to support the operation of a pharmacy. This role involves assisting pharmacists in dispensing prescriptions, managing medication, providing customer service, and maintaining stock levels, all while adhering to pharmacy regulations and ensuring the safety of patients.

The apprenticeship focuses on the following course content:

Knowledge
- Pharmacy Operations and Procedures
- Health and Safety
- Customer Service
- Medication Storage and Inventory Management
- Basic Pharmacology and Therapeutics
- Pharmacy Systems and Technology

Skills
- Dispensing and Medication Handling
- Customer Service and Communication
- Stock Management
- Record-Keeping and Administration
- Basic Clinical Knowledge

Behaviours
- Professionalism
- Customer Approach
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Confidentiality

Entry Requirements

GCSE Grade 3 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications.

How Is It Assessed

The End Point Assessment for this apprenticeship consists of a knowledge test, simulated observation and a professioanl discussion.

How Is It Taught

During the practical period, you will attend college one day a week and for the remaining part of your contracted hours, will be in the workplace building on your knowledge, skills and behaviours.

What Could I do Next

On completion of this apprenticeship, you may wish to consider to progress onto the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship.

What Else Do I Need To Know

You will be assigned a Skills Coach who will visit and support you in the workplace and complete progress reviews in preparation for your End Point Assessment.