Non-Medical Prescribing for Pharmacists, PGCert
Swansea University
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From the Non-Medical Prescribing qualification you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to prescribe safely and appropriately within your area of practice. The standalone module or the PGCert will equip you with the competency to practise within current legislation as an independent Non-Medical prescriber. The course is delivered through our School of Health and Social Care, so you will benefit from a diverse teaching and research environment. Our teaching team has a strong background in ...Read more

From the Non-Medical Prescribing qualification you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to prescribe safely and appropriately within your area of practice. The standalone module or the PGCert will equip you with the competency to practise within current legislation as an independent Non-Medical prescriber. The course is delivered through our School of Health and Social Care, so you will benefit from a diverse teaching and research environment. Our teaching team has a strong background in academic support at all levels, including the specific demands of work-based learning. You may be eligible to have your tuition fees covered through a Welsh Government bursary. We have strong links with professional practice and academic research networks in Europe and around the world, so your learning is informed by the latest policy and practice developments.

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1st: The environment genuinely supports deep, focused academic work 2nd: Strong research and collaborative culture which is idea for a researcher It is currently difficult to..Read more

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Entry requirements

You can apply for this standalone module or PGCert if you: meet specific entry requirements set by the General Pharmaceutical Council; be approved by Health Board Prescribing Pharmacy Lead and Clinical Manager; hold a current enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to meet specific requirements of their professional body; demonstrate ability to study at academic Level 7.

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Swansea University
Building 3 St David's Park Carmarthen Carmarthenshire SA31 3HB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Carmarthen  0.7 miles away

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