Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary

Jobs and Skills WA: Pharmacy courses
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If you would love to work as a Dispensary Technician in a community pharmacy, this is the course for you!

The Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary is the course you need to be qualified for work work at a chemist or drugstore dispensing prescriptions under a qualified pharmacist. This is a nationally recognised qualification.

You'll learn how to assist customers with their prescriptions and accurately dispense pharmacy-only medicines, as well as gain skills and knowledge in infection controls, retail operations, and customer service.

Apprenticeship or Traineeship
Existing worker traineeship
Industry: Education and Community Services
National course code: SIR40216 | WA State ID: BAA5

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This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.

This qualification will benefit experienced pharmacy assistants who are looking to expand their skills in the area of dispensary. Dispensary assistants work with the pharmacist to provide prescription medicines to pharmacy customers. Under the supervision of the pharmacist, dispensary assistants maintain customer records, select and label medicines and process claims. Accredited training can help you develop management skills and provide specialised support in the pharmacy, while granting you formal recognition of your existing skills.


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