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Pharmacy Technician

Bray Institute of Further Education

Course code
JJ
Level
Award
BTEC National Diploma at UK Level 3
Classification
Awarding body
Pearson
Duration
2 Years

Programme summary

Students will develop medical knowledge to recognise common illnesses and communication skills to liase with pharmacists and council patients on healthcare issues.

Entry requirements

One of the following

  • Completed QQI Level 5 Pharmacy Assistant Award
  • IPU Certificate in Medical Counter Assistant with at least 6 months pharmacy retail experience
  • Applicants with at least 2 years’ experience working in a pharmacy NB: The applicant must be working in the pharmacy for the duration of the course (24 months) for a minimum of 14 hours a week. Learners must source their own work experience.

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