Certificate 4 in Pharmacy is the foundation program for students who wish to pursue a carrier in pharmaceutical settings. The program incorporates practical skills along with technical knowledge to ensure that graduates can perform basic dispensing techniques in variety of pharmaceutical settings. Apart from technical knowledge, current regulations and laws related to a phamaceutics practiced locally and globally are incorporated. This will provide students with a sound basis of ethical and moral practice. This qualification will equip students with the relevant knowledge and professional skills required to practice as licensed "Pharmacy Assisstent" upon completion. The program facilitates as a career path for mid-level workers in the pharmaceutical field.
General Entry Criteria
3 O' Level/SSC passes with a C grade and above
Core Modules
Anatomy and Physiology 1
Pharmacology 1
Pharmaceutics 1
Pharmaceutical Law and Good Practice
Anatomy and Physiology 2
Pharmacology 2
Pharmaceutics 2
Pharmacy Practice 1
Upon successful completion of this programme participants will be able to
Demonstrate the ability to use critical analysis and problem solving skills for the provision of high quality, evidence-based pharmacy services and patient care.
Demonstrate exemplary professional, ethical and legal behaviours, complying with laws and regulations related to pharmacy practice within the country.
Appreciate medication orders while considering patient history, privacy and health status accurately, and safely prepare drugs and dosages; select, pack, label and dispense drugs appropriately.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal written and verbal skills and effectively educate families, patients and caregivers